Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 999 cc

LB08 VYUMOT history

LB08 VYU is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 19 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 37,382 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
37,382 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 VYU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 VYU was last recorded at 37,382 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,381 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 37,382 miles
  • 2025 – 35,336 miles
  • 2024 – 34,062 miles
  • 2023 – 32,409 miles
  • 2022 – 30,919 miles
  • 2021 – 29,430 miles
  • 2020 – 27,936 miles
  • 2019 – 27,140 miles
  • 2018 – 25,877 miles
  • 2017 – 24,615 miles
  • 2016 – 23,551 miles
  • 2015 – 22,805 miles
  • 2014 – 21,926 miles
  • 2013 – 21,037 miles
  • 2012 – 20,240 miles
  • 2011 – 19,555 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass37,382 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass37,382 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    37,382 miles
    Test number
    579520417325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail37,381 miles (+2,045)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,381 miles
    Test number
    283430739944
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass35,336 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    35,336 miles
    Test number
    430085497756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail35,336 miles (+1,274)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,336 miles
    Test number
    194006777364
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal broken (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass34,062 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    34,062 miles
    Test number
    279766995268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail34,061 miles (+1,652)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,061 miles
    Test number
    598923296032
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass32,409 miles (+1,490)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    32,409 miles
    Test number
    299408497918
    • MinorNearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass30,919 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    30,919 miles
    Test number
    825454444154
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail30,919 miles (+1,489)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,919 miles
    Test number
    884266842190
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass29,430 miles (+1,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    29,430 miles
    Test number
    296485484839
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass27,936 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    537664151264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer visible crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and slightly wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail27,936 miles (+796)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,936 miles
    Test number
    756875709318
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer visible crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and slightly wearing low (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass27,140 miles (+1,263)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    27,140 miles
    Test number
    337533855826
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass25,877 miles (+1,262)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    25,877 miles
    Test number
    612934934414
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre starting to perish on outer side wall

  15. Pass24,615 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    24,615 miles
    Test number
    523902968507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,551 miles (+746)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,551 miles
    Test number
    873116055738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,805 miles (+879)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    22,805 miles
    Test number
    578286185020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass21,926 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,926 miles
    Test number
    909736484073
    • NoteBoth front tyre`s wearing on inner tread area

  19. Fail21,926 miles (+889)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,926 miles
    Test number
    518556584076
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyre`s wearing on inner tread area

  20. Pass21,037 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    21,037 miles
    Test number
    776999473065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,240 miles (+237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    20,240 miles
    Test number
    806768682063
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass20,003 miles (+448)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    20,003 miles
    Test number
    219586122064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,555 miles
    Test number
    245226101296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,554 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,554 miles
    Test number
    395396401404
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB08 VYU

Does LB08 VYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 VYU is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 VYU?
The MOT on LB08 VYU is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 VYU done?
LB08 VYU was recorded at 37,382 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 1,232 miles a year.
Has LB08 VYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 VYU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 VYU 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 LB08 VYU find?
LB08 VYU passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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