Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver and Black · Petrol · 2009 · 999 cc

LR09 SEYMOT history

LR09 SEY is a silver and black petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet first used on 13 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 35,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.

LR09 SEY silver Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Apr 2027
Mileage
35,749 mi
At MOT on 1 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 SEY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Cabriolet
Colour
Silver and Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
13 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 SEY was last recorded at 35,749 miles on 1 May 2026, 396 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,353 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
396 miles
Average per year
1,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 35,749 miles
  • 2025 – 35,353 miles
  • 2024 – 34,801 miles
  • 2023 – 34,182 miles
  • 2022 – 33,537 miles
  • 2021 – 32,692 miles
  • 2020 – 30,140 miles
  • 2019 – 28,315 miles
  • 2018 – 25,741 miles
  • 2017 – 23,143 miles
  • 2016 – 20,819 miles
  • 2015 – 17,660 miles
  • 2014 – 15,161 miles
  • 2013 – 12,516 miles
  • 2012 – 8,641 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass35,749 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody/suspension rust

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 22 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass35,749 miles (+396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    35,749 miles
    Test number
    463883408099
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody/suspension rust

  2. Pass35,353 miles (+552)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    35,353 miles
    Test number
    538537633771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass34,801 miles (+619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    34,801 miles
    Test number
    255591267000
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass34,182 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    34,182 miles
    Test number
    641387540370
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail34,182 miles (+645)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,182 miles
    Test number
    432936507498
    • DangerousFront Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorTowbar attachment defective stop lamp not working (6.1.6 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass33,537 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    33,537 miles
    Test number
    755251207732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front hubs(surface)

  7. Fail33,537 miles (+845)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,537 miles
    Test number
    737845985211
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front hubs(surface)

  8. Pass32,692 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    895066040600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail32,690 miles (+2,550)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,690 miles
    Test number
    743905294001
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass30,140 miles (+1,825)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    30,140 miles
    Test number
    431953738546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,315 miles (+2,574)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    28,315 miles
    Test number
    118226093493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,741 miles (+2,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    25,741 miles
    Test number
    818304908049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass23,143 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    23,143 miles
    Test number
    889732283525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail23,142 miles (+2,323)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,142 miles
    Test number
    283740024433
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass20,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    20,819 miles
    Test number
    245955130761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail20,819 miles (+3,159)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,819 miles
    Test number
    771455433210
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  17. Pass17,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    17,660 miles
    Test number
    699599795084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail17,660 miles (+2,499)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,660 miles
    Test number
    888599295005
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass15,161 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    15,161 miles
    Test number
    145998594451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail15,161 miles (+2,645)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,161 miles
    Test number
    309228294032
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass12,516 miles (+3,875)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    12,516 miles
    Test number
    537349593079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass8,641 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    8,641 miles
    Test number
    619202802118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    8,563 miles
    Test number
    816542682099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR09 SEY

Does LR09 SEY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 SEY is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 SEY?
The MOT on LR09 SEY is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 SEY done?
LR09 SEY was recorded at 35,749 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026, an average of 1,927 miles a year.
Has LR09 SEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 SEY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LR09 SEY 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 LR09 SEY find?
LR09 SEY passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; general underbody/suspension rust.

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