Smart (mcc) Forfour

Red and Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 1,493 cc

LM54 RBFMOT history

LM54 RBF is a red and silver diesel Smart (mcc) Forfour first used on 3 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 142,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2022
Mileage
142,306 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 RBF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Forfour
Colour
Red and Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,493 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
3 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LM54 RBF was last recorded at 142,306 miles on 5 Aug 2022, 30,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 May 2009: 34,801 miles, lower than 35,255 miles on 10 Mar 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
111,823 miles · 16 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
30,483 miles
Average per year
7,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,306 miles
  • 2021 – 111,823 miles
  • 2020 – 105,923 miles
  • 2018 – 96,971 miles
  • 2017 – 90,283 miles
  • 2016 – 82,906 miles
  • 2015 – 74,835 miles
  • 2014 – 65,978 miles
  • 2013 – 57,426 miles
  • 2012 – 51,130 miles
  • 2011 – 47,807 miles
  • 2010 – 41,782 miles
  • 2009 – 34,801 miles
  • 2008 – 35,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,306 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Steering rack casing fractured and stability or attachment of casing affected (2.1.2 (d) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 7 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail142,306 miles (+30,483)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,306 miles
    Test number
    569738469395
    • DangerousNearside Front Steering rack casing fractured and stability or attachment of casing affected (2.1.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass111,823 miles (+652)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    111,823 miles
    Test number
    556350844639
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass111,171 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,171 miles
    Test number
    204347070281
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail111,149 miles (+5,226)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,149 miles
    Test number
    679896338689
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass105,923 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    105,923 miles
    Test number
    757907228359
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Fail105,918 miles (+8,947)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,918 miles
    Test number
    494998400957
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Pass96,971 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,971 miles
    Test number
    519833057357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,965 miles (+6,682)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,965 miles
    Test number
    326833271548
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass90,283 miles (+7,377)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    90,283 miles
    Test number
    371441377706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,906 miles (+8,071)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,906 miles
    Test number
    396282542081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,835 miles (+8,857)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    74,835 miles
    Test number
    296530715109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,978 miles (+8,552)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    65,978 miles
    Test number
    346055994401
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish and crack.

  13. Pass57,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,426 miles
    Test number
    807355993230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,421 miles (+6,291)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,421 miles
    Test number
    528245093233
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  15. Pass51,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,130 miles
    Test number
    248951052110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail51,130 miles (+3,323)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,130 miles
    Test number
    976381652102
    • FailureNearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

  17. Pass47,807 miles (+6,025)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    47,807 miles
    Test number
    995438631167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,782 miles (+6,981)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    41,782 miles
    Test number
    164807130105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,801 miles (-454)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    34,801 miles
    Test number
    974452749168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass35,255 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    35,255 miles
    Test number
    501250978065
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOSF Tyre damaged on outer sidewall

  21. Fail35,255 miles1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,255 miles
    Test number
    993497168053
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOSF Tyre damaged on outer sidewall

Questions about LM54 RBF

Does LM54 RBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM54 RBF expired on 15 Aug 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM54 RBF?
The MOT on LM54 RBF expired on 15 Aug 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM54 RBF done?
LM54 RBF was recorded at 142,306 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2022, an average of 7,428 miles a year.
Has LM54 RBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 RBF has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LM54 RBF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 RBF find?
LM54 RBF failed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside front steering rack casing fractured and stability or attachment of casing affected; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front position lamp not working, and 8 more.

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