Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 999 cc

LD08 VUSMOT history

LD08 VUS is a red petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet first used on 29 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 61,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

LD08 VUS red Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
61,136 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,844 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 VUS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Cabriolet
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 VUS was last recorded at 61,136 miles on 19 May 2026, 1,373 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,763 miles · 21 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,373 miles
Average per year
2,844 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,136 miles
  • 2025 – 59,763 miles
  • 2024 – 56,665 miles
  • 2023 – 50,638 miles
  • 2022 – 43,903 miles
  • 2021 – 42,777 miles
  • 2020 – 42,118 miles
  • 2019 – 41,637 miles
  • 2018 – 41,137 miles
  • 2017 – 37,669 miles
  • 2016 – 36,201 miles
  • 2015 – 32,350 miles
  • 2014 – 30,443 miles
  • 2013 – 27,699 miles
  • 2012 – 22,949 miles
  • 2011 – 17,938 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,136 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Covers fitted obscuring components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Covers fitted obscuring some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 18 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,136 miles (+1,373)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    61,136 miles
    Test number
    592586907333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass59,763 miles (+3,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    59,763 miles
    Test number
    363675479772
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass56,665 miles (+6,027)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    56,665 miles
    Test number
    533946779315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass50,638 miles (+6,735)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2024
    Odometer
    50,638 miles
    Test number
    400750681278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass43,903 miles (+1,126)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2023
    Odometer
    43,903 miles
    Test number
    163784963715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    42,777 miles
    Test number
    190067809040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail42,777 miles (+659)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,777 miles
    Test number
    218113326050
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass42,118 miles (+481)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    42,118 miles
    Test number
    140011092080
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  9. Pass41,637 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    41,637 miles
    Test number
    906720655123
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable items

  10. Fail41,637 miles (+500)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,637 miles
    Test number
    602997114902
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable items

  11. Pass41,137 miles (+3,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    41,137 miles
    Test number
    458641160885
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring components

  12. Pass37,669 miles (+1,468)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,669 miles
    Test number
    257425234077
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted

  13. Pass36,201 miles (+3,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,201 miles
    Test number
    952957545726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  14. Pass32,350 miles (+1,907)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    32,350 miles
    Test number
    885243015109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,443 miles (+2,744)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    30,443 miles
    Test number
    316025134179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass27,699 miles (+4,750)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2014
    Odometer
    27,699 miles
    Test number
    378611033118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass22,949 miles (+5,011)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2013
    Odometer
    22,949 miles
    Test number
    208635232142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,938 miles (+158)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2012
    Odometer
    17,938 miles
    Test number
    869990741131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,780 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,780 miles
    Test number
    335139341088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 VUS

Does LD08 VUS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 VUS is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 VUS?
The MOT on LD08 VUS is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 VUS done?
LD08 VUS was recorded at 61,136 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 2,844 miles a year.
Has LD08 VUS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 VUS has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2021.
Has the mileage on LD08 VUS 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 LD08 VUS find?
LD08 VUS passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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