Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 698 cc

LB04 XWCMOT history

LB04 XWC is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 3 Jun 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2018 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 124,364 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2018
Mileage
124,364 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2022
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,968 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 XWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
3 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2018
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB04 XWC was last recorded at 124,364 miles on 9 Aug 2022, 4,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Feb 2009: 22,300 miles, lower than 78,656 miles on 13 Nov 2008.

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
119,808 miles · 24 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
4,556 miles
Average per year
4,968 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 124,364 miles
  • 2019 – 119,808 miles
  • 2017 – 116,171 miles
  • 2016 – 112,686 miles
  • 2015 – 111,290 miles
  • 2014 – 109,106 miles
  • 2013 – 105,842 miles
  • 2012 – 103,290 miles
  • 2011 – 98,643 miles
  • 2010 – 90,907 miles
  • 2009 – 83,317 miles
  • 2008 – 78,656 miles
  • 2007 – 51,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,364 miles
  • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts exhaust lambda sensor wire (4.11 (a) (iii))
  • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected fuse box in passenger compartment footwell (4.11 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative ALL (4.4.1 (e))
  • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction windscreen wipers not parking as normal (3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Vehicle has under tray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Horn not working (1.6.2a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 6 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,364 miles (+4,556)1 dangerous5 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,364 miles
    Test number
    150233405898
    • DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts exhaust lambda sensor wire (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected fuse box in passenger compartment footwell (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative ALL (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorDriver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction windscreen wipers not parking as normal (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail119,808 miles (+3,637)5 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,808 miles
    Test number
    958316802448
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Wipers stuck (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insulation so damaged or deteriorated it is likely to cause a short-circuit bare wire exposed in drivers footwell (4.11 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working Both (3.4 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate partially obscured at upper section, benefit of doubt given to presenter
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system lightly rubbing slight fouling between rack gaiter and coolant hose found on lock (2.1.4 (a))

  3. Pass116,171 miles (+3,485)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    116,171 miles
    Test number
    170419966986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,686 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,686 miles
    Test number
    741259236825
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has under tray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

  5. Fail112,686 miles (+1,396)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,686 miles
    Test number
    689190931666
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has under tray fitted unable to carry out full inspection

  6. Pass111,290 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    111,290 miles
    Test number
    881263109190
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose(s) perished
    • AdvisoryFront tyre(s) slightly perished

  7. Fail111,290 miles (+2,184)2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,290 miles
    Test number
    769895910376
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake hose(s) perished
    • AdvisoryFront tyre(s) slightly perished

  8. Pass109,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    109,106 miles
    Test number
    248176924234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail109,106 miles (+3,264)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,106 miles
    Test number
    157784224246
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  10. Pass105,842 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    228378293455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail105,842 miles (+2,552)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,842 miles
    Test number
    276127393183
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass103,290 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    103,290 miles
    Test number
    366140802484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail103,287 miles (+4,644)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,287 miles
    Test number
    215858292127
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front brake has slight bind

  14. Pass98,643 miles (+7,736)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    98,643 miles
    Test number
    398355091102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass90,907 miles (+7,590)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    90,907 miles
    Test number
    471658590117
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner shoulder

  16. Pass83,317 miles (+61,017)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    83,317 miles
    Test number
    811476729245
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine noisy
    • NoteFront number plate starting to fade

  17. Pass22,300 miles (-56,356)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    22,300 miles
    Test number
    591585339006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass78,656 miles (+27,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    78,656 miles
    Test number
    562408318375
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass51,056 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    51,056 miles
    Test number
    474980217402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 XWC

Does LB04 XWC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB04 XWC expired on 11 Sept 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB04 XWC?
The MOT on LB04 XWC expired on 11 Sept 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB04 XWC done?
LB04 XWC was recorded at 124,364 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2022, an average of 4,968 miles a year.
Has LB04 XWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 XWC has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB04 XWC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB04 XWC find?
LB04 XWC failed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts exhaust lambda sensor wire; electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected fuse box in passenger compartment footwell; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 6 more.

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