Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 999 cc

L5 VRJMOT history

L5 VRJ is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 25 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 58,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

L5 VRJ black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,535 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 VRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 VRJ was last recorded at 58,535 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 8,300 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,235 miles · 16 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
8,300 miles
Average per year
3,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,535 miles
  • 2025 – 50,235 miles
  • 2024 – 41,769 miles
  • 2023 – 32,738 miles
  • 2022 – 29,864 miles
  • 2021 – 28,146 miles
  • 2020 – 26,878 miles
  • 2019 – 25,138 miles
  • 2018 – 22,681 miles
  • 2017 – 20,340 miles
  • 2016 – 18,605 miles
  • 2015 – 17,055 miles
  • 2014 – 14,259 miles
  • 2013 – 12,217 miles
  • 2012 – 10,286 miles
  • 2011 – 9,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,535 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,535 miles
    Test number
    699464829964
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail58,535 miles (+8,300)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,535 miles
    Test number
    566012053718
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass50,235 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    50,235 miles
    Test number
    474271618857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail50,010 miles (+8,241)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,010 miles
    Test number
    558892184785
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass41,769 miles (+9,031)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    41,769 miles
    Test number
    527847224195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  6. Pass32,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    32,738 miles
    Test number
    471081466360
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail32,738 miles (+37)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,738 miles
    Test number
    426240086709
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail32,701 miles (+2,837)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,701 miles
    Test number
    963029888988
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed ENGINE OVERHEATED (8.2.1.2 (d))

  9. Pass29,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    29,864 miles
    Test number
    728884308534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail29,864 miles (+1,718)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,864 miles
    Test number
    600215301466
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass28,146 miles (+1,268)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    28,146 miles
    Test number
    858344702797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,878 miles (+1,740)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    26,878 miles
    Test number
    598477613545
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass25,138 miles (+172)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    25,138 miles
    Test number
    453277292102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,966 miles (+2,285)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,966 miles
    Test number
    531043427513
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

  15. Pass22,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    22,681 miles
    Test number
    662045284445
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail22,681 miles (+2,341)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,681 miles
    Test number
    542588924964
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryReverse light not working
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass20,340 miles (+1,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    20,340 miles
    Test number
    492976165179
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass18,605 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    18,605 miles
    Test number
    520719935061
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail18,603 miles (+1,548)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,603 miles
    Test number
    295851444941
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on during test
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass17,055 miles (+2,796)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    17,055 miles
    Test number
    275756455105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    14,259 miles
    Test number
    386777644116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail14,251 miles (+2,034)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,251 miles
    Test number
    995617944190
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAll four tyres perished
    • NoteEml on
    • NoteNearside front tyre small cut to sidewall

  23. Pass12,217 miles (+1,931)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    12,217 miles
    Test number
    725011653198
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  24. Pass10,286 miles (+1,051)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    10,286 miles
    Test number
    586841872142
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts in tread area
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cuts in tread area

  25. Pass9,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    9,235 miles
    Test number
    499420301343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 VRJ

Does L5 VRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 VRJ is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 VRJ?
The MOT on L5 VRJ is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 VRJ done?
L5 VRJ was recorded at 58,535 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 3,340 miles a year.
Has L5 VRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 VRJ has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L5 VRJ 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 L5 VRJ find?
L5 VRJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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