Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black and Cream · Petrol · 2003 · 698 cc

ESH 10MOT history

ESH 10 is a black and cream petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 1 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,534 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

ESH 10 black Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
93,534 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
ESH 10
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Black and Cream
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

ESH 10 was last recorded at 93,534 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 4,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,556 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,978 miles
Average per year
4,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,534 miles
  • 2025 – 88,556 miles
  • 2024 – 82,206 miles
  • 2022 – 78,043 miles
  • 2021 – 75,404 miles
  • 2020 – 70,970 miles
  • 2019 – 67,055 miles
  • 2018 – 64,105 miles
  • 2017 – 60,760 miles
  • 2016 – 58,505 miles
  • 2015 – 55,255 miles
  • 2014 – 51,235 miles
  • 2013 – 46,709 miles
  • 2012 – 38,906 miles
  • 2011 – 28,854 miles
  • 2010 – 21,598 miles
  • 2009 – 17,991 miles
  • 2008 – 14,015 miles
  • 2007 – 10,626 miles
  • 2006 – 8,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,534 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,534 miles (+4,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    93,534 miles
    Test number
    808754750783
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass88,556 miles (+6,350)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    88,556 miles
    Test number
    592987422286
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass82,206 miles (+4,163)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,206 miles
    Test number
    383736282721
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass78,043 miles (+2,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    78,043 miles
    Test number
    221318168547
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  5. Pass75,404 miles (+4,434)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    75,404 miles
    Test number
    632135693275
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass70,970 miles (+3,915)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,970 miles
    Test number
    422379441361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,055 miles (+2,950)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,055 miles
    Test number
    852337255231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,105 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    459077972903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Fail64,105 miles (+3,345)1 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    330344997626
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 53% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass60,760 miles (+2,255)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    60,760 miles
    Test number
    312657037929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,505 miles (+3,250)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    58,505 miles
    Test number
    781461419429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,255 miles (+4,020)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    55,255 miles
    Test number
    295974332181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,235 miles
    Test number
    615521984278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,234 miles (+4,525)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,234 miles
    Test number
    388191184427
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass46,709 miles (+7,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    46,709 miles
    Test number
    359810583271
    • NoteSlight gearbox oil leak (diff seals)

  16. Pass38,906 miles (+10,052)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    38,906 miles
    Test number
    496752482247
    • NoteFront brake pads low aprx 3/4000 mls = slight oil leak from gearbox/inner drive shaft = N/S/F TYRE VERY CLOSE TOP LIMIT APRX 2MM (OUTER EDGE) = O/S/F TYRE COMING CLOSE APRX 3MM

  17. Pass28,854 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    397881091208
    • NoteFront brake pads low aprx 2/3000 mls o/s/f wishbone rear mtg bush worn some play play in both rear driveshaft hubs inner and leaking oil

  18. Fail28,854 miles (+7,256)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,854 miles
    Test number
    806601891290
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront brake pads low aprx 2/3000 mls o/s/f wishbone rear mtg bush worn some play play in both rear driveshaft hubs inner and leaking oil

  19. Pass21,598 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    21,598 miles
    Test number
    180960800325
    • NoteN/s/seatbelt twisted

  20. Fail21,598 miles (+3,607)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,598 miles
    Test number
    920849990271
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/seatbelt twisted

  21. Pass17,991 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    17,991 miles
    Test number
    691372899297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail17,991 miles (+3,976)2 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,991 miles
    Test number
    321992699493
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear reg plate starting to de-lam front brake pads low aprx 70% worn

  23. Pass14,015 miles (+3,389)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    14,015 miles
    Test number
    483089008352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,626 miles (+2,173)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    10,626 miles
    Test number
    580589787272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    8,453 miles
    Test number
    383471796233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about ESH 10

What vehicle is registration ESH 10 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show ESH 10 on a black and cream petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 1 Nov 2003. 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 ESH 10 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on ESH 10 is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on ESH 10?
The MOT on ESH 10 is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has ESH 10 done?
ESH 10 was recorded at 93,534 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 4,412 miles a year.
Has ESH 10 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. ESH 10 has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2018.
Has the mileage on ESH 10 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 ESH 10 find?
ESH 10 passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides; nearside rear nail in tyre; steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel.

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