Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black and Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 698 cc

LX55 FXGMOT history

LX55 FXG is a black and blue petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 40,976 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

LX55 FXG black Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
40,976 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 FXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Black and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 FXG was last recorded at 40,976 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 1,044 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
39,932 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,044 miles
Average per year
1,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 40,976 miles
  • 2024 – 39,932 miles
  • 2023 – 38,630 miles
  • 2022 – 36,992 miles
  • 2021 – 35,754 miles
  • 2020 – 35,060 miles
  • 2019 – 33,869 miles
  • 2018 – 31,826 miles
  • 2017 – 30,579 miles
  • 2016 – 28,982 miles
  • 2015 – 28,467 miles
  • 2014 – 27,620 miles
  • 2013 – 26,798 miles
  • 2012 – 25,088 miles
  • 2011 – 24,345 miles
  • 2010 – 21,841 miles
  • 2009 – 17,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,976 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryThere maybe play in the front engine mounting

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.

  • ENGINE WATER TEMPRETURE WAS GETTING VERY HOT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • THE BOTTOM RADIATOR HOSE IS RUBBING ON THE STEERING RACK GAITER

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,976 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    472951061456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryThere maybe play in the front engine mounting

  2. Fail40,976 miles (+1,044)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    945837808741
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to no pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested due to no pattern (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryThere maybe play in the front engine mounting

  3. Pass39,932 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    728112847101
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail39,932 miles (+1,302)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,932 miles
    Test number
    890772473030
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass38,630 miles (+1,638)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    38,630 miles
    Test number
    123651577153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,992 miles (+1,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    36,992 miles
    Test number
    306803416764
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covering chassis

  7. Pass35,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    35,754 miles
    Test number
    181971751718
    • AdvisoryENGINE WATER TEMPRETURE WAS GETTING VERY HOT
    • AdvisoryTHE BOTTOM RADIATOR HOSE IS RUBBING ON THE STEERING RACK GAITER

  8. Fail35,754 miles (+694)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,754 miles
    Test number
    471711942910
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryENGINE WATER TEMPRETURE WAS GETTING VERY HOT
    • AdvisoryTHE BOTTOM RADIATOR HOSE IS RUBBING ON THE STEERING RACK GAITER

  9. Pass35,060 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    35,060 miles
    Test number
    274214599212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail35,058 miles (+1,189)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,058 miles
    Test number
    850405912938
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  11. Pass33,869 miles (+2,043)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    33,869 miles
    Test number
    556866105316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass31,826 miles (+1,247)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    31,826 miles
    Test number
    489677987274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,579 miles (+1,597)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    30,579 miles
    Test number
    178026777928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass28,982 miles (+515)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    28,982 miles
    Test number
    802907945471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  15. Pass28,467 miles (+847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    28,467 miles
    Test number
    459086322513
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail27,620 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,620 miles
    Test number
    186241904302
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass27,620 miles (+822)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,620 miles
    Test number
    428411404488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass26,798 miles (+1,710)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    26,798 miles
    Test number
    447735093220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,088 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,088 miles
    Test number
    698690902357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail24,345 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,345 miles
    Test number
    209504791274
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass24,345 miles (+2,504)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    24,345 miles
    Test number
    328614291271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,841 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    21,841 miles
    Test number
    411698490266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    17,468 miles
    Test number
    990873499224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 FXG

Does LX55 FXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 FXG is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LX55 FXG?
The MOT on LX55 FXG is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 FXG done?
LX55 FXG was recorded at 40,976 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 1,465 miles a year.
Has LX55 FXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 FXG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 FXG 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 LX55 FXG find?
LX55 FXG passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 1 more.

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