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LD59 VZS

2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2025
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

96,427 mi
Last recorded96,427 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet43,426 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD59 VZS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2024 96,427 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2024 96,427 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 May 2023 88,727 miles

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

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

Fail 11 May 2023 88,727 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Apr 2022 79,871 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 76,453 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 72,089 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2019 72,089 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Apr 2018 68,631 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 66,111 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 66,111 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2017 59,553 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 50,177 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 41,453 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 32,580 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 22,466 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 22,466 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 21,809 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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LD59 VZS is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 43,426 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 Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LD59 VZS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LD59 VZS registered?

LD59 VZS is a 2009 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 19 December 2009.

Is LD59 VZS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LD59 VZS shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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