Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 599 cc

LF52 YRAMOT history

LF52 YRA is a black petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 26 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 81,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

LF52 YRA black Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
81,528 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YRA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
26 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YRA was last recorded at 81,528 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 4,763 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,765 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,763 miles
Average per year
3,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,528 miles
  • 2025 – 76,765 miles
  • 2024 – 69,302 miles
  • 2023 – 69,085 miles
  • 2022 – 68,839 miles
  • 2021 – 68,528 miles
  • 2020 – 68,417 miles
  • 2019 – 68,096 miles
  • 2018 – 67,738 miles
  • 2017 – 67,292 miles
  • 2016 – 67,034 miles
  • 2015 – 66,717 miles
  • 2014 – 66,363 miles
  • 2013 – 65,847 miles
  • 2012 – 61,863 miles
  • 2010 – 60,592 miles
  • 2008 – 49,112 miles
  • 2007 – 29,001 miles
  • 2006 – 18,989 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,528 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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Internal and external door handles very stiff to operate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,528 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    81,528 miles
    Test number
    248373040966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,765 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    76,765 miles
    Test number
    870653200157
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Internal and external door handles very stiff to operate

  3. Fail76,765 miles (+7,463)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,765 miles
    Test number
    684151098992
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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 Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Internal and external door handles very stiff to operate

  4. Pass69,302 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    69,302 miles
    Test number
    610651347395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,297 miles (+212)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,297 miles
    Test number
    761166927601
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass69,085 miles (+246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    69,085 miles
    Test number
    583125524766
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,839 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    588358605769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail68,839 miles (+311)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,839 miles
    Test number
    914870495386
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass68,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,528 miles
    Test number
    544095231645
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail68,528 miles (+111)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,528 miles
    Test number
    487304072690
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass68,417 miles (+321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,417 miles
    Test number
    186675819421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass68,096 miles (+358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    68,096 miles
    Test number
    146755053459
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass67,738 miles (+446)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,738 miles
    Test number
    174600851356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    67,292 miles
    Test number
    270972458776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail67,292 miles (+258)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,292 miles
    Test number
    447125981188
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass67,034 miles (+317)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    67,034 miles
    Test number
    867160681191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass66,717 miles (+354)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,717 miles
    Test number
    328670745091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail66,363 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    556591754036
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass66,363 miles (+516)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    66,363 miles
    Test number
    698281554039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass65,847 miles (+3,984)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    65,847 miles
    Test number
    335000263026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEml light on
    • NoteN/s/f and n/s/r tyres have cuts on the outer edges of the tyres

  21. Pass61,863 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,863 miles
    Test number
    655273312226
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  22. Fail61,858 miles (+1,266)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,858 miles
    Test number
    569355302242
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass60,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,592 miles
    Test number
    381276060131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail60,592 miles (+11,480)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,592 miles
    Test number
    304605560199
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  25. Pass49,112 miles (+20,111)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,112 miles
    Test number
    771464398214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,001 miles (+10,012)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,001 miles
    Test number
    554222687229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass18,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    18,989 miles
    Test number
    913257276242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YRA

Does LF52 YRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 YRA is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YRA?
The MOT on LF52 YRA is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 YRA done?
LF52 YRA was recorded at 81,528 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,245 miles a year.
Has LF52 YRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YRA has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LF52 YRA 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 YRA find?
LF52 YRA passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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