Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 698 cc

J6 SALMOT history

J6 SAL is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 13 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 73,907 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

J6 SAL silver Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
73,907 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J6 SAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J6 SAL was last recorded at 73,907 miles on 14 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,907 miles · 13 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,907 miles
  • 2025 – 73,169 miles
  • 2024 – 72,516 miles
  • 2023 – 71,992 miles
  • 2022 – 66,368 miles
  • 2021 – 60,203 miles
  • 2020 – 54,582 miles
  • 2019 – 50,470 miles
  • 2017 – 41,433 miles
  • 2016 – 40,193 miles
  • 2015 – 38,902 miles
  • 2014 – 37,716 miles
  • 2013 – 34,553 miles
  • 2012 – 31,352 miles
  • 2011 – 28,167 miles
  • 2010 – 24,626 miles
  • 2009 – 20,655 miles
  • 2008 – 17,023 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,907 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertray is fitted obscuring view of steering, suspension and braking componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Nearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (casing)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (casing)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside front tyre wearing slightly on inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    73,907 miles
    Test number
    595808558579
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray is fitted obscuring view of steering, suspension and braking components

  2. Fail73,907 miles (+738)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,907 miles
    Test number
    863151626668
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray is fitted obscuring view of steering, suspension and braking components

  3. Pass73,169 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    73,169 miles
    Test number
    729347445498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,516 miles (+524)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    72,516 miles
    Test number
    408991749658
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (casing) (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (casing) (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass71,992 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    71,992 miles
    Test number
    317660114847
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (casing) (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (casing) (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail71,992 miles (+5,624)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,992 miles
    Test number
    270301923210
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess casing (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass66,368 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    387080912341
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside front top shock absorber mounting

  8. Fail66,368 miles (+6,165)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,368 miles
    Test number
    169359945155
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass60,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    60,203 miles
    Test number
    514860437266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail60,203 miles (+5,621)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,203 miles
    Test number
    500832010999
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass54,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,582 miles
    Test number
    821309750674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,582 miles (+4,112)2 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,582 miles
    Test number
    828423472390
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass50,470 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,470 miles
    Test number
    173603018810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail50,467 miles (+9,034)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    879029894879
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass41,433 miles (+349)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    41,433 miles
    Test number
    590005058389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,084 miles (+891)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    41,084 miles
    Test number
    692847713351
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt recommend replacement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing slightly on inside edge

  17. Pass40,193 miles (+1,291)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,193 miles
    Test number
    916407879793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing slightly on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre has nail in tread

  18. Pass38,902 miles (+1,186)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,902 miles
    Test number
    769259125125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,716 miles (+3,163)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    37,716 miles
    Test number
    765156574204
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Fail34,553 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,553 miles
    Test number
    307361163462
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass34,553 miles (+3,201)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,553 miles
    Test number
    795811463259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,352 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    31,352 miles
    Test number
    439683482216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail31,352 miles (+3,185)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,352 miles
    Test number
    545693182201
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass28,167 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    28,167 miles
    Test number
    306766171410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    24,626 miles
    Test number
    871441770229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail24,626 miles (+3,971)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,626 miles
    Test number
    703810070277
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass20,655 miles (+3,632)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    20,655 miles
    Test number
    712748079281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass17,023 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    17,023 miles
    Test number
    110171188286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J6 SAL

Does J6 SAL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J6 SAL is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on J6 SAL?
The MOT on J6 SAL is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J6 SAL done?
J6 SAL was recorded at 73,907 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 3,232 miles a year.
Has J6 SAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J6 SAL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2026.
Has the mileage on J6 SAL 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 J6 SAL find?
J6 SAL passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; undertray is fitted obscuring view of steering, suspension and braking components.

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