BJ59 YSN

2009 SMART — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
SMART
Year
2009
Fuel
PETROL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
999 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
4 September 2026 (82 days away)
Last recorded mileage
17,914 mi

AI verdict CAUTION 68/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2009 Smart has 11 MOT tests on record with a 82% pass rate and 17,914 miles. However, a significant brake failure in 2024, combined with recurring tyre advisories and very low mileage, warrants careful consideration.

The vehicle shows very low annual mileage, averaging 3,475 miles/year, with a notable 2021 service gap and inconsistent usage patterns.

Things to check

  • Aug 2024: Major failure for excessively binding Nearside Rear Service brake.
  • Feb 2023: All four tyres worn close to legal limit (advisory) — indicates chronic neglect.
  • 2021: Significant 1-year MOT gap (no test recorded) — suggests periods of disuse or neglect.

Working in its favour

  • Most recent MOT passed despite 2 historical failures
  • Valid MOT until 2026-09-04, offering immediate peace of mind.
  • 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating (2022) — excellent safety credentials for its age.
  • No recurring major failures on critical systems (engine, gearbox, suspension) — only advisories.

Mileage history

Dec 2012: 17,914 mi PASSMar 2014: 22,841 mi PASSJul 2015: 27,608 mi PASSJul 2015: 27,608 mi FAILMay 2018: 32,100 mi PASSJun 2020: 35,133 mi PASSFeb 2022: 39,021 mi PASSFeb 2023: 47,335 mi PASSAug 2024: 54,406 mi FAILAug 2024: 54,406 mi PASSSep 2025: 57,999 mi PASS58k38k18kDec 2012Sep 2025

MOT test history — 9/11 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Dec 2012 PASS 17,914 mi None recorded
Mar 2014 PASS 22,841 mi None recorded
Jul 2015 PASS 27,608 mi None recorded
Jul 2015 FAIL 27,608 mi
PRS Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
May 2018 PASS 32,100 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Jun 2020 PASS 35,133 mi
ADVISORY Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
Feb 2022 PASS 39,021 mi None recorded
Feb 2023 PASS 47,335 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Aug 2024 FAIL 54,406 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
ADVISORY Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Aug 2024 PASS 54,406 mi
ADVISORY Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
Sep 2025 PASS 57,999 mi None recorded

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This page shows public vehicle data for registration BJ59 YSN, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.