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Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-A

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 698 cc

LM55 BWFMOT history

LM55 BWF is a black petrol Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-A first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 55,723 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

LM55 BWF black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jul 2027
Mileage
55,723 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM55 BWF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart
Model
Fortwo Pulse 61 S-A
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM55 BWF was last recorded at 55,723 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 81 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,642 miles · 5 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
81 miles
Average per year
2,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,723 miles
  • 2024 – 55,432 miles
  • 2023 – 53,867 miles
  • 2022 – 51,273 miles
  • 2021 – 47,256 miles
  • 2020 – 41,882 miles
  • 2019 – 36,567 miles
  • 2018 – 32,163 miles
  • 2017 – 26,867 miles
  • 2016 – 22,719 miles
  • 2015 – 21,165 miles
  • 2013 – 18,655 miles
  • 2012 – 17,777 miles
  • 2010 – 10,630 miles
  • 2009 – 10,243 miles
  • 2008 – 9,027 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,723 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,723 miles (+81)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    55,723 miles
    Test number
    834628220986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail55,642 miles (+210)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,642 miles
    Test number
    377481873912
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both front tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass55,432 miles (+1,565)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    55,432 miles
    Test number
    535590269019
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  4. Pass53,867 miles (+2,594)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,867 miles
    Test number
    788803536758
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass51,273 miles (+4,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,273 miles
    Test number
    256702801984
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass47,256 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    47,256 miles
    Test number
    103745788179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  7. Fail47,252 miles (+5,370)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,252 miles
    Test number
    203188310981
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass41,882 miles (+5,315)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    41,882 miles
    Test number
    870332773271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,567 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,567 miles
    Test number
    589455836111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel binding, making wheel bearing inspection difficult
  10. Fail36,567 miles (+4,404)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,567 miles
    Test number
    997677702219
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel binding, making wheel bearing inspection difficult
  11. Pass32,163 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    32,163 miles
    Test number
    418714652891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,153 miles (+5,286)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,153 miles
    Test number
    205101825671
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  13. Pass26,867 miles (+4,148)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    26,867 miles
    Test number
    538056978177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,719 miles (+1,554)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    22,719 miles
    Test number
    974470027871
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass21,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    21,165 miles
    Test number
    888882094597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,165 miles (+1,082)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,165 miles
    Test number
    427518030550
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  17. Pass20,083 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    20,083 miles
    Test number
    869253715031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail20,083 miles (+1,428)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,083 miles
    Test number
    708742215099
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  19. Pass18,655 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    18,655 miles
    Test number
    807850453372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,777 miles (+1,385)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    17,777 miles
    Test number
    485174052404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,392 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    16,392 miles
    Test number
    208352012047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,630 miles (+387)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    10,630 miles
    Test number
    891574040365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass10,243 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    10,243 miles
    Test number
    441284549410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    9,027 miles
    Test number
    734709838304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM55 BWF

Does LM55 BWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM55 BWF is valid until 26 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM55 BWF?
The MOT on LM55 BWF is valid until 26 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM55 BWF done?
LM55 BWF was recorded at 55,723 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 2,647 miles a year.
Has LM55 BWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM55 BWF has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LM55 BWF 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 LM55 BWF find?
LM55 BWF passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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