Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 698 cc

LG56 FRLMOT history

LG56 FRL is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 10 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023 and it has passed 13 of 23 MOT tests, with 59,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2023.

LG56 FRL silver Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2023
Mileage
59,916 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
13 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG56 FRL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LG56 FRL was last recorded at 59,916 miles on 19 Dec 2023, 967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,949 miles · 18 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
967 miles
Average per year
3,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 59,916 miles
  • 2022 – 58,949 miles
  • 2021 – 56,187 miles
  • 2020 – 54,931 miles
  • 2018 – 50,957 miles
  • 2017 – 49,765 miles
  • 2016 – 48,491 miles
  • 2015 – 45,552 miles
  • 2014 – 40,692 miles
  • 2013 – 34,514 miles
  • 2012 – 29,060 miles
  • 2011 – 23,242 miles
  • 2010 – 16,066 miles
  • 2009 – 9,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail59,916 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle and suspension corroded.

What MOT failures 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 Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner braking surface.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pedal has alot of travel before engagement.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail59,916 miles (+967)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,916 miles
    Test number
    812020883143
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle and suspension corroded.

  2. Pass58,949 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,949 miles
    Test number
    101159540288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner braking surface. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail58,949 miles (+2,762)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,949 miles
    Test number
    381648075862
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Dipped beam. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high Dipped beam. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner braking surface. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass56,187 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    56,187 miles
    Test number
    682217649591
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail56,187 miles (+1,256)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,187 miles
    Test number
    211720524073
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass54,931 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    54,931 miles
    Test number
    285498543259
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail54,931 miles (+3,974)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,931 miles
    Test number
    298158359671
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass50,957 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    50,957 miles
    Test number
    455998872889
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has alot of travel before engagement.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive suspected oil leak from turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil sump corroded and becoming porous.

  9. Fail50,957 miles (+1,192)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,957 miles
    Test number
    473855876995
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal has alot of travel before engagement.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive suspected oil leak from turbo (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil sump corroded and becoming porous.

  10. Pass49,765 miles (+1,274)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    49,765 miles
    Test number
    180236340366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass48,491 miles (+2,939)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    48,491 miles
    Test number
    768170389292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    45,552 miles
    Test number
    116161472670
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail45,552 miles (+4,860)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,552 miles
    Test number
    954793912702
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail40,692 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    118001604380
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass40,692 miles (+6,178)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    40,692 miles
    Test number
    427501704398
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass34,514 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    34,514 miles
    Test number
    639375703384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  17. Fail34,495 miles (+5,435)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,495 miles
    Test number
    777353103349
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  18. Pass29,060 miles (+5,818)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    29,060 miles
    Test number
    836598892271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail23,242 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,242 miles
    Test number
    208461511367
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass23,242 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    23,242 miles
    Test number
    385421411395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,066 miles (+6,172)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    16,066 miles
    Test number
    570342910395
    • NoteHIGH LEVEL STOP LAMP(2 BULBS NOT WORKING)

  22. Pass9,894 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    9,894 miles
    Test number
    830890009395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail9,894 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,894 miles
    Test number
    921729299211
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LG56 FRL

Does LG56 FRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LG56 FRL expired on 17 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LG56 FRL?
The MOT on LG56 FRL expired on 17 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LG56 FRL done?
LG56 FRL was recorded at 59,916 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2023, an average of 3,536 miles a year.
Has LG56 FRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG56 FRL has failed 10 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LG56 FRL 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 LG56 FRL find?
LG56 FRL failed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2023 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; nearside front brake disc significantly and obviously worn inner braking surface; nearside front shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top mount, and 7 more.

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