Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 698 cc

L26 AOVMOT history

L26 AOV is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet first used on 25 Feb 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 66,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2026.

L26 AOV black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
66,474 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 AOV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Cabriolet
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 AOV was last recorded at 66,474 miles on 9 Feb 2026, 3,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Mar 2014: 39,068 miles, lower than 47,560 miles on 23 Apr 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
62,609 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,865 miles
Average per year
3,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,474 miles
  • 2025 – 62,609 miles
  • 2024 – 62,553 miles
  • 2022 – 61,237 miles
  • 2021 – 51,190 miles
  • 2020 – 49,311 miles
  • 2019 – 48,217 miles
  • 2018 – 47,439 miles
  • 2017 – 46,494 miles
  • 2016 – 45,508 miles
  • 2015 – 42,767 miles
  • 2014 – 39,068 miles
  • 2013 – 47,560 miles
  • 2012 – 29,865 miles
  • 2011 – 20,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,474 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Covers fitted obstructing view

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    66,474 miles
    Test number
    800864918455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail66,474 miles (+3,865)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,474 miles
    Test number
    555594677348
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,609 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    62,609 miles
    Test number
    680031384397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,553 miles (+1,316)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    62,553 miles
    Test number
    107444491118
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass61,237 miles (+10,047)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,237 miles
    Test number
    881352779510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,190 miles (+19)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    51,190 miles
    Test number
    550674436716
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail51,171 miles (+1,860)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,171 miles
    Test number
    151214285810
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass49,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    49,311 miles
    Test number
    519314377422
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail49,311 miles (+1,094)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,311 miles
    Test number
    292889736770
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass48,217 miles (+778)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    48,217 miles
    Test number
    634907512850
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal feels slightly spongy
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have corrosion
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view
    • AdvisoryEngine has misting of oil

  11. Pass47,439 miles (+945)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    47,439 miles
    Test number
    181158955096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal slightly spongy
    • AdvisoryExhaust hanger broken
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracking

  12. Pass46,494 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    46,494 miles
    Test number
    295031153128
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view

  13. Fail46,494 miles (+986)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,494 miles
    Test number
    746087428965
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obstructing view

  14. Pass45,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    45,508 miles
    Test number
    332323780313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,508 miles (+2,741)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,508 miles
    Test number
    667484861688
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass42,767 miles (+3,699)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,767 miles
    Test number
    895023385078
    • NoteAll 4 tyres wearing low
    • NoteWipers wearing

  17. Pass39,068 miles (-8,492)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,068 miles
    Test number
    238386884035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,560 miles (+17,695)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    47,560 miles
    Test number
    669813613148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,865 miles (+8,882)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    29,865 miles
    Test number
    286844492029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    20,983 miles
    Test number
    395542551061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 AOV

Does L26 AOV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 AOV is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 AOV?
The MOT on L26 AOV is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 AOV done?
L26 AOV was recorded at 66,474 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2026, an average of 3,039 miles a year.
Has L26 AOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 AOV has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 AOV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L26 AOV find?
L26 AOV passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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