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YR09 ZTG

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,354 mi
Last recorded96,354 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2023
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,011 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR09 ZTG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023 96,354 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 88,752 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Feb 2022 88,752 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake imballanced

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 85,823 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2018 85,823 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 78,077 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 69,743 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2016 69,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 61,193 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 51,367 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 51,367 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Oct 2013 40,099 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 26,138 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 25,968 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 May 2012 25,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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YR09 ZTG is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 45,011 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR09 ZTG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YR09 ZTG registered?

YR09 ZTG is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 4 June 2009.

Is YR09 ZTG safe to buy?

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