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Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 999 cc

LP08 GVUMOT history

LP08 GVU is a black petrol Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Auto first used on 11 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 92,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

LP08 GVU black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,276 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 GVU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart
Model
Fortwo Pure 61 Auto
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 GVU was last recorded at 92,276 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 792 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,484 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
792 miles
Average per year
3,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,276 miles
  • 2025 – 91,484 miles
  • 2024 – 89,908 miles
  • 2023 – 85,520 miles
  • 2022 – 81,782 miles
  • 2021 – 79,687 miles
  • 2020 – 78,052 miles
  • 2019 – 75,559 miles
  • 2018 – 72,810 miles
  • 2017 – 69,787 miles
  • 2016 – 66,477 miles
  • 2014 – 58,721 miles
  • 2012 – 45,389 miles
  • 2011 – 40,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,276 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,276 miles
    Test number
    882583345909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail92,276 miles (+792)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,276 miles
    Test number
    729513617674
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,484 miles (+1,576)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,484 miles
    Test number
    252718321977
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,908 miles (+4,388)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,908 miles
    Test number
    200604358846
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass85,520 miles (+3,738)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,520 miles
    Test number
    314459234690
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass81,782 miles (+2,095)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    81,782 miles
    Test number
    274792149122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  7. Pass79,687 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    79,687 miles
    Test number
    748465645074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  8. Fail79,687 miles (+1,635)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,687 miles
    Test number
    822359829619
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  9. Pass78,052 miles (+2,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    78,052 miles
    Test number
    519127053795
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective

  10. Pass75,559 miles (+2,749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    75,559 miles
    Test number
    616862482018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass72,810 miles (+3,023)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    72,810 miles
    Test number
    563515021482
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEml on dash
    • AdvisoryEngine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

  12. Pass69,787 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,787 miles
    Test number
    856956328194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Fail69,787 miles (+3,310)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,787 miles
    Test number
    441017636727
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  14. Pass66,477 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    66,477 miles
    Test number
    151111038238
    • DangerousOffside Rear tyre has a nail in it.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Fail66,477 miles (+7,756)1 dangerous3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,477 miles
    Test number
    364962976275
    • DangerousOffside Rear tyre has a nail in it.
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  16. Pass58,721 miles (+13,332)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    58,721 miles
    Test number
    925137524015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail45,389 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,389 miles
    Test number
    299062812360
    • Repaired at testFront All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass45,389 miles (+5,375)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    45,389 miles
    Test number
    837082412328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,014 miles
    Test number
    545243991280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LP08 GVU

Does LP08 GVU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP08 GVU is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP08 GVU?
The MOT on LP08 GVU is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP08 GVU done?
LP08 GVU was recorded at 92,276 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 3,621 miles a year.
Has LP08 GVU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 GVU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LP08 GVU 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 LP08 GVU find?
LP08 GVU passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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