Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver and Black · Petrol · 2011 · 999 cc

L2 SAEMOT history

L2 SAE is a silver and black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 26 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 35,566 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

L2 SAE silver Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
35,566 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 SAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 SAE was last recorded at 35,566 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,563 miles · 5 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,566 miles
  • 2025 – 32,789 miles
  • 2024 – 30,671 miles
  • 2023 – 28,005 miles
  • 2022 – 24,510 miles
  • 2021 – 21,427 miles
  • 2020 – 19,610 miles
  • 2019 – 16,690 miles
  • 2018 – 13,494 miles
  • 2017 – 11,374 miles
  • 2016 – 8,121 miles
  • 2015 – 5,482 miles
  • 2014 – 5,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,566 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,566 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    35,566 miles
    Test number
    899350541107
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail35,563 miles (+2,774)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,563 miles
    Test number
    109497306423
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass32,789 miles (+2,118)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    32,789 miles
    Test number
    597525808171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass30,671 miles (+2,666)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    30,671 miles
    Test number
    573311966380
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 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))

  5. Pass28,005 miles (+3,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    28,005 miles
    Test number
    850427349383
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE JOINT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass24,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    24,510 miles
    Test number
    783168862669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail24,504 miles (+3,077)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,504 miles
    Test number
    134030928628
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass21,427 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    21,427 miles
    Test number
    942972919109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail21,407 miles (+1,122)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,407 miles
    Test number
    847294216065
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass20,285 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    20,285 miles
    Test number
    682038986633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass19,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    19,610 miles
    Test number
    980190886137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail19,610 miles (+2,920)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,610 miles
    Test number
    270729737817
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass16,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    16,690 miles
    Test number
    818349261459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail16,690 miles (+3,196)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,690 miles
    Test number
    315904896465
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass13,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    13,494 miles
    Test number
    273018778250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail13,494 miles (+2,120)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,494 miles
    Test number
    446044825867
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  17. Pass11,374 miles (+3,253)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    11,374 miles
    Test number
    251318436096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass8,121 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    8,121 miles
    Test number
    233917439449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    5,482 miles
    Test number
    148364735045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail5,482 miles (+364)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    5,482 miles
    Test number
    447524735092
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass5,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    5,118 miles
    Test number
    755078744061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 SAE

Does L2 SAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 SAE is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 SAE?
The MOT on L2 SAE is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 SAE done?
L2 SAE was recorded at 35,566 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 2,409 miles a year.
Has L2 SAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 SAE has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 SAE 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 L2 SAE find?
L2 SAE passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi joint; front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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