MCC Smart Pulse Softip(rhd) S-A

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 599 cc

LA51 ZSZMOT history

LA51 ZSZ is a black petrol MCC Smart Pulse Softip(rhd) S-A first used on 8 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 90,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2025
Mileage
90,161 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2024
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,315 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 ZSZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
MCC
Model
Smart Pulse Softip(rhd) S-A
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
8 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 ZSZ was last recorded at 90,161 miles on 1 Jul 2024, 11,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Nov 2021: 72,668 miles, lower than 124,351 miles on 1 Dec 2020.

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
78,749 miles · 26 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
11,412 miles
Average per year
2,315 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 90,161 miles
  • 2023 – 78,749 miles
  • 2021 – 72,668 miles
  • 2020 – 124,351 miles
  • 2019 – 119,034 miles
  • 2018 – 115,187 miles
  • 2017 – 112,600 miles
  • 2016 – 106,451 miles
  • 2015 – 100,618 miles
  • 2014 – 96,672 miles
  • 2013 – 91,209 miles
  • 2012 – 85,985 miles
  • 2011 – 82,397 miles
  • 2010 – 79,277 miles
  • 2009 – 75,280 miles
  • 2008 – 71,520 miles
  • 2007 – 57,527 miles
  • 2006 – 48,162 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,161 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Slight play in engine mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,161 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    90,161 miles
    Test number
    286629382277
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail90,161 miles (+11,412)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,161 miles
    Test number
    257732902775
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass78,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    78,749 miles
    Test number
    647670783143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    915555557939
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement dog bone (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass72,668 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,668 miles
    Test number
    699531372807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail72,668 miles (-51,683)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,668 miles
    Test number
    814180378998
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass124,351 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,351 miles
    Test number
    724335744414
    • AdvisorySlight play in engine mounting

  8. Fail124,229 miles (+5,195)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,229 miles
    Test number
    507190740483
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in engine mounting

  9. Pass119,034 miles (+3,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    119,034 miles
    Test number
    950235161242
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass115,187 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    115,187 miles
    Test number
    425191349369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail115,182 miles (+2,582)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,182 miles
    Test number
    852046004601
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass112,600 miles (+6,149)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    112,600 miles
    Test number
    303926225736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,451 miles (+131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    106,451 miles
    Test number
    744967736991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail106,320 miles (+5,702)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,320 miles
    Test number
    376660743695
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass100,618 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    375793215163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,616 miles (+3,944)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,616 miles
    Test number
    655092015106
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass96,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    96,672 miles
    Test number
    565071944177
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail96,672 miles (+5,463)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,672 miles
    Test number
    875890444135
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass91,209 miles (+5,224)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    91,209 miles
    Test number
    236853443475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs are quite worn.

  20. Pass85,985 miles (+3,588)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,985 miles
    Test number
    165246332172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,397 miles
    Test number
    706657231184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,391 miles (+3,114)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,391 miles
    Test number
    399297131141
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  23. Pass79,277 miles (+3,997)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,277 miles
    Test number
    582902040105
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass75,280 miles (+3,760)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    75,280 miles
    Test number
    334144239106
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass71,520 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    71,520 miles
    Test number
    194262448152
    • NoteVehicle under covers fitted

  26. Fail71,520 miles (+13,993)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,520 miles
    Test number
    521031548175
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteVehicle under covers fitted

  27. Pass57,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    57,527 miles
    Test number
    152120767030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail57,527 miles (+9,365)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,527 miles
    Test number
    333389657098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Fail48,162 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,162 miles
    Test number
    134793336186
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Pass48,162 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,162 miles
    Test number
    441623736103
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Fail48,158 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,158 miles
    Test number
    651030336142
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about LA51 ZSZ

Does LA51 ZSZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 ZSZ expired on 30 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 ZSZ?
The MOT on LA51 ZSZ expired on 30 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 ZSZ done?
LA51 ZSZ was recorded at 90,161 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2024, an average of 2,315 miles a year.
Has LA51 ZSZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 ZSZ has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LA51 ZSZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Nov 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 ZSZ find?
LA51 ZSZ passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front coil spring corroded; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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