Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,499 cc

LB54 NBNMOT history

LB54 NBN is a grey petrol Smart (mcc) Forfour first used on 14 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 121,353 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
121,353 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,907 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 NBN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Forfour
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
14 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 NBN was last recorded at 121,353 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 1,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Oct 2015: 6,660 miles, lower than 81,751 miles on 13 Oct 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,265 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,088 miles
Average per year
4,907 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,353 miles
  • 2025 – 120,265 miles
  • 2024 – 118,447 miles
  • 2023 – 116,172 miles
  • 2022 – 113,551 miles
  • 2021 – 111,599 miles
  • 2020 – 109,923 miles
  • 2019 – 108,149 miles
  • 2018 – 103,978 miles
  • 2017 – 100,477 miles
  • 2016 – 95,623 miles
  • 2015 – 89,689 miles
  • 2014 – 81,751 miles
  • 2013 – 74,086 miles
  • 2012 – 60,080 miles
  • 2011 – 51,711 miles
  • 2010 – 43,131 miles
  • 2009 – 35,929 miles
  • 2008 – 29,642 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,353 miles
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,353 miles (+1,088)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    121,353 miles
    Test number
    329437215844
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,265 miles (+1,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    120,265 miles
    Test number
    401186699396
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass118,447 miles (+2,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    118,447 miles
    Test number
    696510746295
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section in poor condition

  4. Pass116,172 miles (+2,621)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,172 miles
    Test number
    640510063531
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass113,551 miles (+1,952)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    113,551 miles
    Test number
    391198876998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare wheel well rusty

  6. Pass111,599 miles (+1,676)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    111,599 miles
    Test number
    931237226317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass109,923 miles (+1,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,923 miles
    Test number
    488253538082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOsr wheel buckled

  8. Pass108,149 miles (+4,171)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    108,149 miles
    Test number
    892000307816
    • AdvisoryExhaust system has surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass103,978 miles (+3,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,978 miles
    Test number
    977895188772
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass100,477 miles (+4,854)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,477 miles
    Test number
    668179187874
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass95,623 miles (+5,934)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,623 miles
    Test number
    176223817146
    • AdvisoryHeadlight beam images poor

  12. Pass89,689 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,689 miles
    Test number
    269283475482
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  13. Fail6,660 miles (-75,091)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,660 miles
    Test number
    678906645618
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  14. Pass81,751 miles (+7,665)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,751 miles
    Test number
    636376584244
    • NoteEngine oil low
    • NoteHeadlight beam images poor

  15. Pass74,086 miles (+6,385)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    74,086 miles
    Test number
    245867083274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,701 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,701 miles
    Test number
    739330213078
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  17. Fail67,701 miles (+7,621)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,701 miles
    Test number
    146738203406
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn

  18. Pass60,080 miles (+8,369)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,080 miles
    Test number
    536024612007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,711 miles (+8,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    51,711 miles
    Test number
    375023211046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass43,131 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    43,131 miles
    Test number
    242194610098
    • NoteN/s/r tyre nail on it

  21. Fail43,131 miles (+7,202)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,131 miles
    Test number
    604644710051
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre nail on it

  22. Pass35,929 miles (+6,287)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,929 miles
    Test number
    173135119467
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass29,642 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,642 miles
    Test number
    714014218095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 NBN

Does LB54 NBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 NBN is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 NBN?
The MOT on LB54 NBN is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 NBN done?
LB54 NBN was recorded at 121,353 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,907 miles a year.
Has LB54 NBN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 NBN has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2015.
Has the mileage on LB54 NBN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Oct 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 NBN find?
LB54 NBN passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both sides, and 3 more.

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