Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 999 cc

L30 MCWMOT history

L30 MCW is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet first used on 16 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 44,224 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

L30 MCW black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
44,224 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,433 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 MCW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Cabriolet
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 MCW was last recorded at 44,224 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,699 miles · 25 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
525 miles
Average per year
1,433 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,224 miles
  • 2025 – 38,951 miles
  • 2024 – 36,160 miles
  • 2023 – 34,036 miles
  • 2022 – 32,444 miles
  • 2021 – 30,238 miles
  • 2020 – 28,681 miles
  • 2019 – 27,587 miles
  • 2018 – 27,003 miles
  • 2017 – 26,743 miles
  • 2016 – 26,586 miles
  • 2015 – 26,109 miles
  • 2013 – 25,072 miles
  • 2012 – 24,347 miles
  • 2011 – 23,708 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,224 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,224 miles (+525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    44,224 miles
    Test number
    592951332287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail43,699 miles (+4,748)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,699 miles
    Test number
    157435852817
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & cracking (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass38,951 miles (+2,791)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    38,951 miles
    Test number
    552557750382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass36,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    36,160 miles
    Test number
    712750302953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail36,160 miles (+2,124)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,160 miles
    Test number
    888200751933
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  6. Pass34,036 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    34,036 miles
    Test number
    601410560661
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear back plates

  7. Fail34,036 miles (+1,592)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,036 miles
    Test number
    802643447899
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear back plates

  8. Pass32,444 miles (+2,206)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    32,444 miles
    Test number
    897172724087
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front brake back plates
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to front suspension components
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre wearing on edge close to limit

  9. Pass30,238 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    30,238 miles
    Test number
    783242263883
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake back plates

  10. Pass28,681 miles (+1,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    28,681 miles
    Test number
    434053775189
    • AdvisoryUnable to check some components due to underside covers

  11. Pass27,587 miles (+584)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    27,587 miles
    Test number
    276742483139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass27,003 miles (+260)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    27,003 miles
    Test number
    612046520929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,743 miles (+157)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    26,743 miles
    Test number
    263186119762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,586 miles (+477)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    26,586 miles
    Test number
    930245836451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,109 miles (+1,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    26,109 miles
    Test number
    282364189641
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail25,072 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,072 miles
    Test number
    248644633239
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass25,072 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    25,072 miles
    Test number
    656434833248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,347 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,347 miles
    Test number
    379499222450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass23,708 miles (+1,665)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    23,708 miles
    Test number
    379927251476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,043 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,043 miles
    Test number
    317714081031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,043 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,043 miles
    Test number
    949024381039
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L30 MCW

Does L30 MCW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 MCW is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 MCW?
The MOT on L30 MCW is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 MCW done?
L30 MCW was recorded at 44,224 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 1,433 miles a year.
Has L30 MCW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 MCW has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L30 MCW 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 L30 MCW find?
L30 MCW passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracked/perished.

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