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Smart Fortwo RED Edition A

Red and Black · Petrol · 2007 · 698 cc

8 MJMMOT history

8 MJM is a red and black petrol Smart Fortwo RED Edition A first used on 5 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 26 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 61,358 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

8 MJM red Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 May 2027
Mileage
61,358 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 MJM
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Smart
Model
Fortwo RED Edition A
Colour
Red and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
5 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 MJM was last recorded at 61,358 miles on 27 May 2026, 664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,694 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
664 miles
Average per year
2,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,358 miles
  • 2025 – 60,694 miles
  • 2024 – 59,852 miles
  • 2023 – 58,728 miles
  • 2021 – 57,290 miles
  • 2020 – 56,921 miles
  • 2018 – 54,705 miles
  • 2017 – 53,042 miles
  • 2016 – 47,326 miles
  • 2015 – 42,582 miles
  • 2014 – 39,213 miles
  • 2013 – 35,405 miles
  • 2012 – 33,107 miles
  • 2010 – 22,869 miles
  • 2009 – 16,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,358 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Engine/floor pans fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6/2mm 205/45/16/87w (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,358 miles (+664)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2027
    Odometer
    61,358 miles
    Test number
    898452787013
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass60,694 miles (+842)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    60,694 miles
    Test number
    459281093513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass59,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    59,852 miles
    Test number
    193004623873
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail59,852 miles (+1,124)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,852 miles
    Test number
    273007766549
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass58,728 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    58,728 miles
    Test number
    655853885212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail58,726 miles (+1,436)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,726 miles
    Test number
    560963108103
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,290 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    57,290 miles
    Test number
    567897755333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail57,288 miles (+367)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,288 miles
    Test number
    658833690556
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass56,921 miles (+2,216)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    56,921 miles
    Test number
    387628931856
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass54,705 miles (+1,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,705 miles
    Test number
    216445289533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass53,042 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    201790234015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6/2mm 205/45/16/87w (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer support bracket corroded off
    • AdvisoryEngine/floor pans fitted

  12. Fail53,042 miles (+5,716)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,042 miles
    Test number
    214209007351
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6/2mm 205/45/16/87w (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear silencer support bracket corroded off
    • AdvisoryEngine/floor pans fitted

  13. Pass47,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    47,326 miles
    Test number
    131028882803
    • AdvisoryEngine/floor pans fitted

  14. Fail47,326 miles (+4,744)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,326 miles
    Test number
    509421941009
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine/floor pans fitted

  15. Pass42,582 miles (+3,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    42,582 miles
    Test number
    715084615050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass39,213 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,213 miles
    Test number
    287119004066
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing close to the limit bar on the inner edge

  17. Fail39,213 miles (+3,808)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,213 miles
    Test number
    219799904037
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing close to the limit bar on the inner edge

  18. Pass35,405 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,405 miles
    Test number
    827468333093
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge and perished

  19. Fail35,405 miles (+2,298)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,405 miles
    Test number
    157525033489
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edge and perished
    • NoteCover missing offside side repeater

  20. Pass33,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,107 miles
    Test number
    838613502037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail33,107 miles (+10,238)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,107 miles
    Test number
    185423502437
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/r wheel rim damaged (reqs attention )

  22. Pass22,869 miles (+6,614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,869 miles
    Test number
    652787050363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass16,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    16,255 miles
    Test number
    753966159319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8 MJM

What vehicle is registration 8 MJM currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 MJM on a red and black petrol Smart Fortwo RED Edition A first used on 5 Jan 2007. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8 MJM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 MJM is valid until 26 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8 MJM?
The MOT on 8 MJM is valid until 26 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8 MJM done?
8 MJM was recorded at 61,358 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 2,746 miles a year.
Has 8 MJM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 MJM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on 8 MJM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 8 MJM find?
8 MJM passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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