Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 698 cc

LX03 MPUMOT history

LX03 MPU is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) Cabriolet first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 74,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
74,527 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 MPU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Cabriolet
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 MPU was last recorded at 74,527 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,527 miles · 21 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,527 miles
  • 2025 – 72,498 miles
  • 2024 – 70,948 miles
  • 2023 – 68,901 miles
  • 2022 – 66,860 miles
  • 2021 – 64,134 miles
  • 2020 – 61,465 miles
  • 2019 – 57,387 miles
  • 2016 – 54,421 miles
  • 2015 – 45,007 miles
  • 2013 – 34,498 miles
  • 2012 – 32,031 miles
  • 2011 – 28,187 miles
  • 2010 – 24,940 miles
  • 2009 – 23,031 miles
  • 2008 – 19,880 miles
  • 2007 – 17,249 miles
  • 2006 – 13,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,527 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    700372478994
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,527 miles (+2,029)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,527 miles
    Test number
    879407064939
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass72,498 miles (+1,550)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,498 miles
    Test number
    129481477348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass70,948 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    70,948 miles
    Test number
    423431493382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail70,948 miles (+2,047)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,948 miles
    Test number
    639743142944
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure exposing cords 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released all brake lights stuck on (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement dog bone mount torn (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both front side lights affected by brake peddle (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass68,901 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,901 miles
    Test number
    263013991543
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear marks (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail68,901 miles (+2,041)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,901 miles
    Test number
    987878645141
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb incorrect fitment (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to wear marks (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass66,860 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    66,860 miles
    Test number
    659176667687
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail66,860 miles (+2,726)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,860 miles
    Test number
    606701692977
    • DangerousNearside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass64,134 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    300742222589
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail64,134 miles (+2,669)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,134 miles
    Test number
    450856991908
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass61,465 miles (+4,078)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,465 miles
    Test number
    862315442645
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass57,387 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    57,387 miles
    Test number
    274725090369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass54,421 miles (+9,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,421 miles
    Test number
    579191929947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass45,007 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,007 miles
    Test number
    679573915141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,006 miles (+10,508)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,006 miles
    Test number
    807780915175
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass34,498 miles (+2,467)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,498 miles
    Test number
    476947963221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,031 miles
    Test number
    656615672260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail32,031 miles (+3,844)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,031 miles
    Test number
    917175772260
    • Repaired at testRear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

  20. Pass28,187 miles (+3,247)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    28,187 miles
    Test number
    709321001175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,940 miles (+1,909)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,940 miles
    Test number
    652755400174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,031 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,031 miles
    Test number
    393546709112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,880 miles (+2,631)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,880 miles
    Test number
    514027108123
    • NoteTwo small cuts in N/S/F tyre outer sidewall

  24. Pass17,249 miles (+3,816)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,249 miles
    Test number
    573692507138
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass13,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    13,433 miles
    Test number
    752049006197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 MPU

Does LX03 MPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 MPU is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 MPU?
The MOT on LX03 MPU is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 MPU done?
LX03 MPU was recorded at 74,527 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 3,053 miles a year.
Has LX03 MPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 MPU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX03 MPU 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 LX03 MPU find?
LX03 MPU passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: central rear oil leak, but not excessive; central rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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