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Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Silver · Diesel · 2010 · 799 cc

LB59 VPTMOT history

LB59 VPT is a silver diesel Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto first used on 29 Jan 2010. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 70,893 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
70,893 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 VPT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart
Model
Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
799 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
29 Jan 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 VPT was last recorded at 70,893 miles on 12 May 2026, 7,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,392 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,501 miles
Average per year
4,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,893 miles
  • 2025 – 63,392 miles
  • 2024 – 61,447 miles
  • 2022 – 58,891 miles
  • 2021 – 56,507 miles
  • 2020 – 54,762 miles
  • 2019 – 52,129 miles
  • 2018 – 47,509 miles
  • 2017 – 40,523 miles
  • 2016 – 33,705 miles
  • 2015 – 32,199 miles
  • 2013 – 20,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,893 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • DIESEL SMOKE EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO REGISTER ON TEST EQUIPMENT.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Jan 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    70,893 miles
    Test number
    769134420965
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail70,893 miles (+7,501)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,893 miles
    Test number
    304520380555
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass63,392 miles (+1,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2026
    Odometer
    63,392 miles
    Test number
    203231364176
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass61,447 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    61,447 miles
    Test number
    157019732513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass58,891 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    58,891 miles
    Test number
    606321084707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass56,507 miles (+1,745)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,507 miles
    Test number
    446879716525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,762 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    54,762 miles
    Test number
    988208566424
    • AdvisoryDIESEL SMOKE EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO REGISTER ON TEST EQUIPMENT.

  8. Fail54,755 miles (+2,626)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,755 miles
    Test number
    939042693768
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn WISHBONE, REAR PIN/BUSH. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded TO WHEEL CYLINDER. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryDIESEL SMOKE EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO REGISTER ON TEST EQUIPMENT.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess RUBBER DETERIORATED AND HAS MOVEMENT. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement WISHBONE, REAR PIN/BUSH WORN AND HAS MOVEMENT. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass52,129 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2020
    Odometer
    52,129 miles
    Test number
    833859211770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,124 miles (+4,615)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,124 miles
    Test number
    697183114736
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass47,509 miles (+6,986)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    47,509 miles
    Test number
    386685171814
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass40,523 miles (+6,818)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    40,523 miles
    Test number
    923641931062
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass33,705 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,705 miles
    Test number
    280912508058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail33,705 miles (+1,506)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,705 miles
    Test number
    683980670087
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass32,199 miles (+4,831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    32,199 miles
    Test number
    893907654344
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted at time of test

  16. Pass27,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    27,368 miles
    Test number
    207797505059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail27,368 miles (+6,550)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,368 miles
    Test number
    978537405093
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass20,818 miles (+5,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    20,818 miles
    Test number
    159491153358
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass15,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    15,553 miles
    Test number
    126918103087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB59 VPT

Does LB59 VPT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 VPT is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 VPT?
The MOT on LB59 VPT is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 VPT done?
LB59 VPT was recorded at 70,893 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 4,149 miles a year.
Has LB59 VPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 VPT has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB59 VPT 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 LB59 VPT find?
LB59 VPT passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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