Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 698 cc

LX03 MVDMOT history

LX03 MVD is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 31 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 109,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,777 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 MVD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 MVD was last recorded at 109,777 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 1,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 15 Feb 2022: 93,231 miles, lower than 146,088 miles on 19 Feb 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
108,122 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,655 miles
Average per year
4,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,777 miles
  • 2025 – 108,122 miles
  • 2024 – 103,890 miles
  • 2023 – 98,735 miles
  • 2022 – 93,231 miles
  • 2021 – 146,088 miles
  • 2020 – 142,925 miles
  • 2019 – 85,151 miles
  • 2017 – 82,499 miles
  • 2016 – 79,141 miles
  • 2015 – 74,912 miles
  • 2014 – 70,022 miles
  • 2013 – 64,126 miles
  • 2012 – 58,548 miles
  • 2011 – 51,836 miles
  • 2010 – 45,352 miles
  • 2009 – 39,275 miles
  • 2008 – 32,266 miles
  • 2007 – 26,026 miles
  • 2006 – 12,179 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,777 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,777 miles
    Test number
    281318940424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail109,777 miles (+1,655)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,777 miles
    Test number
    531230444721
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass108,122 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,122 miles
    Test number
    290271255157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,111 miles (+101)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,111 miles
    Test number
    904995840965
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  5. Fail108,010 miles (+4,120)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,010 miles
    Test number
    224028092412
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bothsides (4.1.2 (c))
  6. Pass103,890 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,890 miles
    Test number
    750577671843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail103,841 miles (+5,106)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,841 miles
    Test number
    378444448035
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working bothsides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaked
  8. Pass98,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,735 miles
    Test number
    353662391059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail98,735 miles (+5,504)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,735 miles
    Test number
    953683206871
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from engine Sump plug loose. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass93,231 miles (-52,857)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,231 miles
    Test number
    146347651162
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
  11. Pass146,088 miles (+3,163)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    146,088 miles
    Test number
    114680209735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass142,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    142,925 miles
    Test number
    909166645349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail142,925 miles (+57,774)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,925 miles
    Test number
    372648686730
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass85,151 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,151 miles
    Test number
    745707265498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,125 miles (+2,626)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,125 miles
    Test number
    582119253446
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  16. Pass82,499 miles (+85)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    252254434313
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  17. Fail82,414 miles (+3,273)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,414 miles
    Test number
    188586930152
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  18. Pass79,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    136673882981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,141 miles (+4,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,141 miles
    Test number
    127901562650
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
  20. Pass74,912 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    299877268228
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  21. Fail74,912 miles (+4,890)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,912 miles
    Test number
    159968474984
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  22. Pass70,022 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,022 miles
    Test number
    728120934358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,126 miles (+5,578)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,126 miles
    Test number
    489507643314
    • 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)
  24. Pass58,548 miles (+6,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,548 miles
    Test number
    956415322384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass51,836 miles (+6,484)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    51,836 miles
    Test number
    239923831343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,352 miles (+6,077)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,352 miles
    Test number
    222732550316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass39,275 miles (+7,009)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,275 miles
    Test number
    353792059344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,266 miles (+6,240)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    32,266 miles
    Test number
    914473748315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass26,026 miles (+4,673)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,026 miles
    Test number
    140423157335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass21,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    21,353 miles
    Test number
    174691057172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail21,353 miles (+9,174)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,353 miles
    Test number
    103436747153
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
  32. Pass12,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    12,179 miles
    Test number
    683157846170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 MVD

Does LX03 MVD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 MVD is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 MVD?
The MOT on LX03 MVD is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 MVD done?
LX03 MVD was recorded at 109,777 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 4,926 miles a year.
Has LX03 MVD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 MVD has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LX03 MVD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 15 Feb 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX03 MVD find?
LX03 MVD passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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