Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 599 cc

LF52 UWUMOT history

LF52 UWU is a black petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 9 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 60,835 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2024.

LF52 UWU black Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2025
Mileage
60,835 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 UWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 UWU was last recorded at 60,835 miles on 11 Apr 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,828 miles · 3 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
2,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,835 miles
  • 2023 – 53,162 miles
  • 2022 – 46,550 miles
  • 2021 – 43,940 miles
  • 2019 – 41,936 miles
  • 2018 – 40,204 miles
  • 2017 – 38,539 miles
  • 2016 – 36,850 miles
  • 2015 – 35,474 miles
  • 2014 – 34,252 miles
  • 2012 – 32,260 miles
  • 2011 – 29,931 miles
  • 2010 – 27,868 miles
  • 2009 – 25,739 miles
  • 2008 – 22,878 miles
  • 2007 – 19,262 miles
  • 2006 – 16,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,835 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,835 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    60,835 miles
    Test number
    644709570679
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail60,828 miles (+7,666)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,828 miles
    Test number
    374947110086
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil light on

  3. Pass53,162 miles (+6,612)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    53,162 miles
    Test number
    545721410663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass46,550 miles (+13)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    46,550 miles
    Test number
    130538493741
    • AdvisoryO/S wing mirror slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryAll under body cover fitted
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearing noisy
    • AdvisoryHorn working but not loud

  5. Fail46,537 miles (+2,597)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,537 miles
    Test number
    631487364312
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing slightly noisy Both (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass43,940 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    43,940 miles
    Test number
    115972361050
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail43,940 miles (+2,004)5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,940 miles
    Test number
    907014278774
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass41,936 miles (+1,732)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    41,936 miles
    Test number
    729015015127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,204 miles (+1,665)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    40,204 miles
    Test number
    438042859391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,539 miles (+1,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,539 miles
    Test number
    752367186498
    • AdvisoryTwo nails in nearside rear tyre tread

  11. Pass36,850 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,850 miles
    Test number
    130816696327
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre tread

  12. Fail36,850 miles (+1,376)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,850 miles
    Test number
    366963817083
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside rear tyre tread

  13. Pass35,474 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    35,474 miles
    Test number
    445405805106
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail35,474 miles (+1,222)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,474 miles
    Test number
    686585605126
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass34,252 miles (+1,992)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    586087894045
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass32,260 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    32,260 miles
    Test number
    227926552376
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail32,260 miles (+2,329)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,260 miles
    Test number
    115688942352
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass29,931 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    29,931 miles
    Test number
    148012541314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,931 miles (+2,063)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,931 miles
    Test number
    297412441374
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass27,868 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,868 miles
    Test number
    633836380204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail27,865 miles (+2,126)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,865 miles
    Test number
    634345280250
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass25,739 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    25,739 miles
    Test number
    633108919266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,878 miles (+3,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    22,878 miles
    Test number
    394669838415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  24. Pass19,262 miles (+3,094)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    19,262 miles
    Test number
    140485707264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail16,168 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,168 miles
    Test number
    521320526200
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  26. Pass16,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    16,168 miles
    Test number
    872430626259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 UWU

Does LF52 UWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 UWU expired on 10 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 UWU?
The MOT on LF52 UWU expired on 10 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 UWU done?
LF52 UWU was recorded at 60,835 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2024, an average of 2,527 miles a year.
Has LF52 UWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 UWU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LF52 UWU 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 LF52 UWU find?
LF52 UWU passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2024 with 1 advisory: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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