Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 999 cc

LR08 GVJMOT history

LR08 GVJ is a black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 11 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 75,363 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

LR08 GVJ black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
75,363 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 GVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
11 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 GVJ was last recorded at 75,363 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 1,089 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,274 miles · 17 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,089 miles
Average per year
3,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,363 miles
  • 2025 – 74,274 miles
  • 2024 – 72,681 miles
  • 2023 – 69,864 miles
  • 2021 – 63,439 miles
  • 2020 – 58,688 miles
  • 2019 – 51,876 miles
  • 2018 – 47,285 miles
  • 2017 – 44,036 miles
  • 2016 – 39,308 miles
  • 2015 – 33,673 miles
  • 2014 – 29,881 miles
  • 2013 – 26,213 miles
  • 2012 – 21,892 miles
  • 2011 – 18,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,363 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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 21 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,363 miles (+1,089)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    75,363 miles
    Test number
    753823501002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass74,274 miles (+1,593)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    74,274 miles
    Test number
    764624714317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,681 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    72,681 miles
    Test number
    154212829314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,864 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,864 miles
    Test number
    770448644149
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill cover missing
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  5. Fail69,864 miles (+6,425)2 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,864 miles
    Test number
    399961737781
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to condition of exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside sill cover missing
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  6. Pass63,439 miles (+4,751)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    63,439 miles
    Test number
    458032929839
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracked in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass58,688 miles (+6,812)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    58,688 miles
    Test number
    817642013044
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass51,876 miles (+4,591)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    51,876 miles
    Test number
    346932500060
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
  9. Pass47,285 miles (+3,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    47,285 miles
    Test number
    590786001271
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted at time of test
  10. Pass44,036 miles (+4,728)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    44,036 miles
    Test number
    191890975810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,308 miles (+5,635)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    39,308 miles
    Test number
    203906123161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass33,673 miles (+3,792)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,673 miles
    Test number
    336218695173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass29,881 miles (+3,668)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,881 miles
    Test number
    207009294458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,213 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,213 miles
    Test number
    418675603251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,212 miles (+4,320)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,212 miles
    Test number
    858083203236
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
  16. Pass21,892 miles (+3,426)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    21,892 miles
    Test number
    996271002279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear hatch doesent open
  17. Pass18,466 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    18,466 miles
    Test number
    115822601293
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perrish/crack

Questions about LR08 GVJ

Does LR08 GVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 GVJ is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 GVJ?
The MOT on LR08 GVJ is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 GVJ done?
LR08 GVJ was recorded at 75,363 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 3,812 miles a year.
Has LR08 GVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 GVJ has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 GVJ 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 LR08 GVJ find?
LR08 GVJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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