Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 698 cc

LB54 MZJMOT history

LB54 MZJ is a black petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 27 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 55,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
55,163 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 MZJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
27 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 MZJ was last recorded at 55,163 miles on 18 Jul 2026, 1,528 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2025: 53,635 miles, lower than 56,172 miles on 30 Jul 2024.

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
53,635 miles · 12 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,528 miles
Average per year
2,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,163 miles
  • 2025 – 53,635 miles
  • 2024 – 56,172 miles
  • 2023 – 46,389 miles
  • 2022 – 44,546 miles
  • 2016 – 64,589 miles
  • 2015 – 52,540 miles
  • 2014 – 44,037 miles
  • 2013 – 38,205 miles
  • 2012 – 29,962 miles
  • 2011 – 21,642 miles
  • 2010 – 21,273 miles
  • 2009 – 20,255 miles
  • 2008 – 17,161 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,163 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,163 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    338725187453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail55,163 miles (+1,528)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    775942181053
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,635 miles (-2,537)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    53,635 miles
    Test number
    382077485695
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • 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))

  4. Pass56,172 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    56,172 miles
    Test number
    460636489794
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail56,172 miles (+9,783)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,172 miles
    Test number
    345385752354
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass46,389 miles (+1,843)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    46,389 miles
    Test number
    107948803547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass44,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    44,546 miles
    Test number
    771495057874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass142,823 km (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,823 km
    Test number
    684718622237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail142,819 km (+21,598)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,819 km
    Test number
    345359339048
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Upper Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass121,221 km (+4,426)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    121,221 km
    Test number
    912576813404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,795 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,795 km
    Test number
    504256548715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,589 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    64,589 miles
    Test number
    235290774612
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Fail64,589 miles (+12,049)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,589 miles
    Test number
    405526105886
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both inside walls (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureSide repeater not working both (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

  14. Pass52,540 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,540 miles
    Test number
    386794625486
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Fail52,506 miles (+8,469)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,506 miles
    Test number
    689043925224
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSide repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  16. Pass44,037 miles (+5,832)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,037 miles
    Test number
    865420734296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,205 miles (+8,243)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,205 miles
    Test number
    589278703207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,962 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,962 miles
    Test number
    356178422428
    • NoteNSF Tyre in poor condition.
    • NoteOSF Tyre low on edge.

  19. Fail29,962 miles (+8,320)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,962 miles
    Test number
    127573722297
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • NoteNSF Tyre in poor condition.
    • NoteOSF Tyre low on edge.

  20. Pass21,642 miles (+3)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    21,642 miles
    Test number
    735982781116
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking on edges of tread
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracking

  21. Fail21,639 miles (+366)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,639 miles
    Test number
    268170181123
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking on edges of tread
    • NoteFuel cap seal cracking

  22. Pass21,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    21,273 miles
    Test number
    904797790187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail21,273 miles (+1,018)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,273 miles
    Test number
    132647890138
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass20,255 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    20,255 miles
    Test number
    141272089152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,161 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,161 miles
    Test number
    834717908274
    • NoteSlight movement offside front hub area

  26. Fail17,161 miles7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,161 miles
    Test number
    552917508244
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteSlight movement offside front hub area

Questions about LB54 MZJ

Does LB54 MZJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 MZJ is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 MZJ?
The MOT on LB54 MZJ is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 MZJ done?
LB54 MZJ was recorded at 55,163 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2026, an average of 2,114 miles a year.
Has LB54 MZJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 MZJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 MZJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Aug 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 MZJ find?
LB54 MZJ passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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