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Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 698 cc

LB56 COUMOT history

LB56 COU is a silver petrol Smart City Passion 61 Auto first used on 9 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 44,689 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
44,689 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 COU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart
Model
City Passion 61 Auto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
9 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 COU was last recorded at 44,689 miles on 13 May 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,676 miles · 30 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
1,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,689 miles
  • 2025 – 43,208 miles
  • 2024 – 42,905 miles
  • 2023 – 42,422 miles
  • 2022 – 40,665 miles
  • 2021 – 39,794 miles
  • 2020 – 39,003 miles
  • 2019 – 36,903 miles
  • 2018 – 36,875 miles
  • 2017 – 34,605 miles
  • 2015 – 29,156 miles
  • 2014 – 26,606 miles
  • 2013 – 22,824 miles
  • 2012 – 19,227 miles
  • 2011 – 18,525 miles
  • 2010 – 17,018 miles
  • 2009 – 16,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass44,689 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.

  • Fuel cap seal deteriorated

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2015–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass44,689 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    44,689 miles
    Test number
    946600331927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail44,676 miles (+1,468)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,676 miles
    Test number
    609926417312
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass43,208 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    43,208 miles
    Test number
    429124125125
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod or rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail43,208 miles (+303)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,208 miles
    Test number
    366570553927
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake cable insecure both parking brake cables (1.1.15 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering linkage ball joint has slight play tie rod or rack (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass42,905 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    42,905 miles
    Test number
    941666892519
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail42,905 miles (+483)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,905 miles
    Test number
    403909724200
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass42,422 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    42,422 miles
    Test number
    133999412814
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1456515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring cracked (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1755515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both track arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorited

  8. Fail42,422 miles (+1,757)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,422 miles
    Test number
    863570370818
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1456515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged ABS ring cracked (1.6 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 1755515 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both track arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorited

  9. Pass40,665 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    40,665 miles
    Test number
    322413040229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,662 miles (+868)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,662 miles
    Test number
    378237968773
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass39,794 miles (+791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    39,794 miles
    Test number
    472097219160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  12. Pass39,003 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    39,003 miles
    Test number
    308639952074
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  13. Fail38,963 miles (+2,060)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,963 miles
    Test number
    616460853513
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  14. Pass36,903 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    36,903 miles
    Test number
    757435269095
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack slight play
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  15. Fail36,875 miles (+2,221)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,875 miles
    Test number
    792661304914
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack slight play
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  16. Pass34,654 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    34,654 miles
    Test number
    753207775405
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  17. Fail34,605 miles (+2,230)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,605 miles
    Test number
    765044807267
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  18. Pass32,375 miles (+3,219)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    32,375 miles
    Test number
    927571899368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre screw in tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve deteriorating
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorating

  19. Pass29,156 miles (+2,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    29,156 miles
    Test number
    707739578483
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal deteriorated

  20. Pass26,606 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,606 miles
    Test number
    999353764326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,597 miles (+3,773)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,597 miles
    Test number
    978096554397
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  22. Pass22,824 miles (+3,597)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    22,824 miles
    Test number
    448637333339
    • NoteADVISE N/S/F +O/S/F TYRES PERISHED

  23. Pass19,227 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    19,227 miles
    Test number
    506049412319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass18,525 miles (+1,507)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    18,525 miles
    Test number
    597791411367
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Pass17,018 miles (+151)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    17,018 miles
    Test number
    284888400338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    16,867 miles
    Test number
    182124819383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 COU

Does LB56 COU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 COU is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 COU?
The MOT on LB56 COU is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 COU done?
LB56 COU was recorded at 44,689 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 1,686 miles a year.
Has LB56 COU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 COU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 COU 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 LB56 COU find?
LB56 COU passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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