Smart (mcc)

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 599 cc

LF52 VDPMOT history

LF52 VDP is a black petrol Smart (mcc) first used on 16 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 53,728 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
53,728 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,802 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 VDP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 VDP was last recorded at 53,728 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 925 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,803 miles · 15 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
925 miles
Average per year
1,802 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,728 miles
  • 2025 – 52,803 miles
  • 2024 – 52,392 miles
  • 2023 – 50,838 miles
  • 2022 – 50,640 miles
  • 2021 – 50,399 miles
  • 2020 – 50,197 miles
  • 2019 – 46,876 miles
  • 2018 – 46,411 miles
  • 2017 – 45,857 miles
  • 2016 – 45,529 miles
  • 2015 – 41,899 miles
  • 2014 – 41,518 miles
  • 2013 – 41,188 miles
  • 2012 – 40,804 miles
  • 2011 – 37,021 miles
  • 2010 – 31,998 miles
  • 2009 – 28,616 miles
  • 2008 – 25,257 miles
  • 2007 – 18,955 miles
  • 2006 – 17,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,728 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 9 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,728 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    53,728 miles
    Test number
    837269454622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass52,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,803 miles
    Test number
    364514010785
    • AdvisoryBoth inner disc corroded

  3. Fail52,803 miles (+411)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,803 miles
    Test number
    177183159790
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth inner disc corroded

  4. Pass52,392 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    52,392 miles
    Test number
    539220278628
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail52,382 miles (+1,544)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,382 miles
    Test number
    382312691421
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass50,838 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    50,838 miles
    Test number
    453776261478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,820 miles (+180)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,820 miles
    Test number
    146827287540
    • DangerousOffside Rear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Pass50,640 miles (+241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    50,640 miles
    Test number
    450972833988
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass50,399 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    50,399 miles
    Test number
    163803179257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail50,392 miles (+195)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,392 miles
    Test number
    989170704771
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass50,197 miles (+3,321)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,197 miles
    Test number
    618068150513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,876 miles (+465)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,876 miles
    Test number
    383509507943
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  13. Pass46,411 miles (+554)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    46,411 miles
    Test number
    593762769664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,857 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    45,857 miles
    Test number
    111694981006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass45,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    243000534111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,529 miles (+3,630)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,529 miles
    Test number
    537461379692
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass41,899 miles (+381)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    41,899 miles
    Test number
    625311867113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    41,518 miles
    Test number
    896271364273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,518 miles (+330)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,518 miles
    Test number
    258341264214
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass41,188 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    41,188 miles
    Test number
    137238763282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,804 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,804 miles
    Test number
    908288652284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,804 miles (+3,783)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,804 miles
    Test number
    178066452270
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

  23. Pass37,021 miles (+5,023)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,021 miles
    Test number
    435852451216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,998 miles (+3,382)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,998 miles
    Test number
    111149640207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,616 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,616 miles
    Test number
    131056649205
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S front tyre cracking but not through to cords

  26. Pass28,616 miles (+3,359)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,616 miles
    Test number
    591086149263
    • NoteO/S front tyre cracking but not through to cords

  27. Pass25,257 miles5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    312513158201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront tyres starting to deteriorate, not excessive.
    • NoteFuel tank cap seal slightly detiorated
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminating but still legible.

  28. Fail25,257 miles (+6,302)1 repaired5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,257 miles
    Test number
    561523858285
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront tyres starting to deteriorate, not excessive.
    • NoteFuel tank cap seal slightly detiorated
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear registration plate delaminating but still legible.

  29. Pass18,955 miles (+1,337)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    18,955 miles
    Test number
    812208747205
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear number plate slightly faded

  30. Fail17,618 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,618 miles
    Test number
    310002556468
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass17,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,618 miles
    Test number
    452982756253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 VDP

Does LF52 VDP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 VDP is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 VDP?
The MOT on LF52 VDP is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 VDP done?
LF52 VDP was recorded at 53,728 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 1,802 miles a year.
Has LF52 VDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 VDP has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 VDP 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 VDP find?
LF52 VDP passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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