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RJ59 FHC

2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

51,379 mi
Last recorded51,379 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto43,216 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ59 FHC
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse Mhd Auto
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 51,379 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 51,379 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 48,400 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 44,252 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 39,522 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 38,555 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2020 38,555 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 34,112 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 25,887 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2018 25,887 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 23,286 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 19,042 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 15,317 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 10,244 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2012 8,456 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto?

Based on 11,321 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
3,214
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 57
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RJ59 FHC is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 43,216 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RJ59 FHC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RJ59 FHC registered?

RJ59 FHC is a 2009 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto, first registered on 7 December 2009.

Is RJ59 FHC safe to buy?

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