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LO59 LNY

2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

White Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Mar 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,406 mi
Last recorded86,406 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2022
Typical for 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto54,158 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO59 LNY
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2022 86,406 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2022 86,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 79,862 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2020 74,072 miles

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

Fail 23 Mar 2020 74,072 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 12 Mar 2019 67,122 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2018 60,184 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 60,128 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 52,821 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2017 52,821 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 3 Mar 2016 45,866 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 38,332 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 31,092 miles

Offside Outer Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

Fail 4 Dec 2012 22,300 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 22,300 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
3,775
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
brake binding 23
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LO59 LNY is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in White with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 54,158 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 Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LO59 LNY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 17 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LO59 LNY?

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What year was LO59 LNY registered?

LO59 LNY is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 30 December 2009.

Is LO59 LNY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO59 LNY shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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