Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 698 cc

L40 TDRMOT history

L40 TDR is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 19 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

L40 TDR silver Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
93,584 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 TDR
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
19 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 TDR was last recorded at 93,584 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 May 2010: 45,333 miles, lower than 77,108 miles on 30 Jan 2010.
  • 26 Mar 2016: 49,644 miles, lower than 79,678 miles on 1 Aug 2014.

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
93,584 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,584 miles
  • 2025 – 82,381 miles
  • 2024 – 77,480 miles
  • 2023 – 74,100 miles
  • 2022 – 69,797 miles
  • 2021 – 66,099 miles
  • 2020 – 62,815 miles
  • 2019 – 57,880 miles
  • 2018 – 55,354 miles
  • 2017 – 52,467 miles
  • 2016 – 49,644 miles
  • 2014 – 79,678 miles
  • 2013 – 49,311 miles
  • 2012 – 49,098 miles
  • 2010 – 45,333 miles
  • 2009 – 26,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,584 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,584 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    93,584 miles
    Test number
    998056281811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail93,584 miles (+11,203)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,584 miles
    Test number
    892967046063
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass82,381 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    82,381 miles
    Test number
    549821334913

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,381 miles (+4,901)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,381 miles
    Test number
    823698835404
    • MajorCentral Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass77,480 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,480 miles
    Test number
    287231323142
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail77,461 miles (+3,361)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,461 miles
    Test number
    313414228509
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHydraulic brake cylinder operating mechanism has excessive travel (1.1.16 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits box seem (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass74,100 miles (+4,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    74,100 miles
    Test number
    502020849884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass69,797 miles (+3,698)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,797 miles
    Test number
    430721388055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,099 miles (+3,284)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,099 miles
    Test number
    934152807528
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass62,815 miles (+4,935)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,815 miles
    Test number
    523964889099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,880 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    57,880 miles
    Test number
    995420960240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass55,354 miles (+2,887)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    55,354 miles
    Test number
    899205555796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,467 miles (+2,823)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    52,467 miles
    Test number
    418852673549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass49,644 miles (-30,034)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,644 miles
    Test number
    200288243870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,678 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    106983514212
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  16. Pass79,678 miles (+30,367)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    79,678 miles
    Test number
    717533514257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,311 miles (+213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,311 miles
    Test number
    175841433293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass49,098 miles (+248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    49,098 miles
    Test number
    478918332236
    • NoteFull undertray fitted

  19. Pass48,850 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,850 miles
    Test number
    655210512148
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & corroded advise replacement

  20. Fail48,850 miles (+3,517)2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,850 miles
    Test number
    945940012123
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn & corroded advise replacement

  21. Pass45,333 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,333 miles
    Test number
    262930230452
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Fail45,333 miles (-31,775)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,333 miles
    Test number
    663560130154
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass77,108 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    77,108 miles
    Test number
    170370930086
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn inner edges
    • NoteRear indicators slightly discoloured

  24. Fail77,108 miles (+50,558)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,108 miles
    Test number
    303459520094
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn inner edges
    • NoteRear indicators slightly discoloured

  25. Pass26,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,550 miles
    Test number
    590715559037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 TDR

Does L40 TDR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 TDR is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 TDR?
The MOT on L40 TDR is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 TDR done?
L40 TDR was recorded at 93,584 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 3,915 miles a year.
Has L40 TDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 TDR has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 TDR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 10 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L40 TDR find?
L40 TDR passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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