Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 698 cc

LB52 PPZMOT history

LB52 PPZ is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Cabriolet first used on 13 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 110,560 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
110,560 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,160 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 PPZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Cabriolet
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 PPZ was last recorded at 110,560 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,560 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,160 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,560 miles
  • 2024 – 110,154 miles
  • 2023 – 106,353 miles
  • 2022 – 104,460 miles
  • 2015 – 104,441 miles
  • 2014 – 100,109 miles
  • 2013 – 93,820 miles
  • 2012 – 86,591 miles
  • 2011 – 79,556 miles
  • 2009 – 74,172 miles
  • 2008 – 68,742 miles
  • 2007 – 61,200 miles
  • 2006 – 46,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,560 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))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.

  • Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,560 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    110,560 miles
    Test number
    539906442257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail110,560 miles (+406)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,560 miles
    Test number
    204782002216
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass110,154 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    110,154 miles
    Test number
    260341385136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail110,152 miles (+3,799)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,152 miles
    Test number
    617966179204
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass106,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    106,353 miles
    Test number
    153277332605
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail106,353 miles (+1,893)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,353 miles
    Test number
    451440400129
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side low effort (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass104,460 miles (+19)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    104,460 miles
    Test number
    213869218455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement REAR (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass104,441 miles (+4,332)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    104,441 miles
    Test number
    409064915149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  9. Fail100,109 miles1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,109 miles
    Test number
    235728854093
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  10. Pass100,109 miles (+6,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,109 miles
    Test number
    795488954045
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass93,820 miles (+7,229)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    93,820 miles
    Test number
    908671553082
    • NoteNear side front side light dim

  12. Pass86,591 miles (+7,035)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    86,591 miles
    Test number
    168326112095
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOffside rear coil spring fractured but located
    • NoteSlight noise from nearside rear wheel bearing

  13. Pass79,556 miles (+5,384)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    79,556 miles
    Test number
    875859311065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,172 miles (+5,430)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    74,172 miles
    Test number
    204699309349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,742 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    68,742 miles
    Test number
    104269828390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,732 miles (+7,532)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,732 miles
    Test number
    604142628391
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass61,200 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    61,200 miles
    Test number
    961587687179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,190 miles (+14,331)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,190 miles
    Test number
    502106087182
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass46,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,859 miles
    Test number
    441779236067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 PPZ

Does LB52 PPZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 PPZ is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 PPZ?
The MOT on LB52 PPZ is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 PPZ done?
LB52 PPZ was recorded at 110,560 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 3,160 miles a year.
Has LB52 PPZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 PPZ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 PPZ 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 LB52 PPZ find?
LB52 PPZ passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside rear lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 1 more.

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