Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 698 cc

LB55 EFXMOT history

LB55 EFX is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 8 Feb 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2025 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,833 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2025
Mileage
132,833 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2024
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 EFX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Feb 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2025
Latest MOT test
8 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 EFX was last recorded at 132,833 miles on 8 May 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Mar 2017: 12,119 miles, lower than 118,208 miles on 1 Mar 2016.

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
132,833 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,833 miles
  • 2023 – 131,829 miles
  • 2022 – 129,788 miles
  • 2020 – 129,248 miles
  • 2019 – 126,145 miles
  • 2018 – 122,750 miles
  • 2017 – 12,119 miles
  • 2016 – 118,208 miles
  • 2015 – 115,896 miles
  • 2014 – 112,817 miles
  • 2013 – 106,737 miles
  • 2011 – 92,759 miles
  • 2010 – 60,853 miles
  • 2009 – 46,291 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,833 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 23 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,833 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2025
    Odometer
    132,833 miles
    Test number
    496289965875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Fail132,833 miles (+1,004)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,833 miles
    Test number
    838313327053
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass131,829 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    131,829 miles
    Test number
    436671162927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail131,823 miles (+2)1 dangerous10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,823 miles
    Test number
    256122128652
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail131,821 miles (+2,033)12 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,821 miles
    Test number
    813170525712
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced deteriorated and condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced deteriorated and condensation inside (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer joint boot (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront unable to open bonnet
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn link arm outer bush deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass129,788 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    129,788 miles
    Test number
    150630937954
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all showing light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail129,788 miles (+540)2 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,788 miles
    Test number
    907839276504
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure splits in its tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested no n/s beam image and no o/s dipped beam (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no beam image (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all showing light corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass129,248 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    312376005922
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail129,248 miles (+3,103)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,248 miles
    Test number
    495157990058
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass126,145 miles (+3,395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    126,145 miles
    Test number
    377230348706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  11. Pass122,750 miles (+110,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    122,750 miles
    Test number
    274392685541
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Pass12,119 miles (-106,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    12,119 miles
    Test number
    266377158085
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  13. Pass118,208 miles (+2,312)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    118,208 miles
    Test number
    289405503125
    • AdvisoryUnder trasys

  14. Pass115,896 miles (+68)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    115,896 miles
    Test number
    336775265037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to crack

  15. Fail115,828 miles (+3,011)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,828 miles
    Test number
    698691665044
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNsf tyre starting to crack

  16. Pass112,817 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    112,817 miles
    Test number
    975398844065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail112,817 miles (+6,080)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,817 miles
    Test number
    835356744036
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Pass106,737 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    106,737 miles
    Test number
    446790933036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail106,736 miles (+13,977)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,736 miles
    Test number
    945759623046
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass92,759 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    92,759 miles
    Test number
    839321121310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail92,757 miles (+16,703)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,757 miles
    Test number
    419488101383
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass76,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,054 miles
    Test number
    837508921021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail76,054 miles (+15,201)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,054 miles
    Test number
    629297521007
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail60,853 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,853 miles
    Test number
    694664330010
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass60,853 miles (+14,562)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,853 miles
    Test number
    824904430042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,291 miles
    Test number
    644056659089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,291 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,291 miles
    Test number
    843354059021
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Questions about LB55 EFX

Does LB55 EFX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 EFX expired on 9 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 EFX?
The MOT on LB55 EFX expired on 9 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 EFX done?
LB55 EFX was recorded at 132,833 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2024, an average of 5,692 miles a year.
Has LB55 EFX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 EFX has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB55 EFX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Mar 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 EFX find?
LB55 EFX passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front outer brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear inner road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively.

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