Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 698 cc

S16 GEWMOT history

S16 GEW is a black petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 77,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2024.

S16 GEW black Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2025
Mileage
77,495 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,458 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 GEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2025
Latest MOT test
11 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 GEW was last recorded at 77,495 miles on 11 May 2024, 909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,586 miles · 5 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
909 miles
Average per year
3,458 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 77,495 miles
  • 2023 – 76,586 miles
  • 2022 – 75,752 miles
  • 2020 – 75,297 miles
  • 2019 – 75,142 miles
  • 2018 – 74,703 miles
  • 2017 – 74,419 miles
  • 2016 – 72,999 miles
  • 2015 – 72,390 miles
  • 2014 – 69,915 miles
  • 2013 – 65,571 miles
  • 2012 – 58,165 miles
  • 2011 – 56,211 miles
  • 2010 – 55,612 miles
  • 2009 – 49,827 miles
  • 2008 – 30,067 miles
  • 2006 – 17,449 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,495 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flex

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,495 miles (+909)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    77,495 miles
    Test number
    505733786237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,586 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    76,586 miles
    Test number
    989762239548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail76,555 miles (+803)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,555 miles
    Test number
    805391670670
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  4. Pass75,752 miles (+455)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,752 miles
    Test number
    714799492439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil bottom bush (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySump corroded
  5. Pass75,297 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,297 miles
    Test number
    970202797010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flex (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail75,290 miles (+148)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,290 miles
    Test number
    974862904432
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near flex (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass75,142 miles (+439)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    75,142 miles
    Test number
    962792098437

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,703 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    74,703 miles
    Test number
    218526570662

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass74,419 miles (+1,420)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    74,419 miles
    Test number
    537974346837
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  10. Pass72,999 miles (+609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,999 miles
    Test number
    587963372134
    • AdvisorySlight movement to both front lower arm rear bushes
  11. Pass72,390 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    353895088508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,915 miles (+4,344)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,915 miles
    Test number
    415998424390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,571 miles (+7,406)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    65,571 miles
    Test number
    297959813311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass58,165 miles (+3)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    975915322300
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail58,162 miles (+289)5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,162 miles
    Test number
    977454222372
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass57,873 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,873 miles
    Test number
    836821392143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,211 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,211 miles
    Test number
    715405271158
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated
  18. Pass56,211 miles (+599)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,211 miles
    Test number
    907115171114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFuel cap sealing washer deteriorated
  19. Pass55,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    55,612 miles
    Test number
    391800510278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail55,612 miles (+495)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,612 miles
    Test number
    722650210205
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
  21. Fail55,117 miles (+5,290)3 dangerous5 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,117 miles
    Test number
    282915720048
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFog lamp working but doesnt seem to be very bright
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low on outer edge
    • NoteOil leaks from engine
    • NoteUnable to check floor pan due to covers fitted underneath
    • NoteUnable to check items under front bonnet panel
  22. Pass49,827 miles (+19,760)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    49,827 miles
    Test number
    532503889113
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge.
  23. Fail30,067 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,067 miles
    Test number
    293014408007
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
  24. Pass30,067 miles (+12,618)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,067 miles
    Test number
    730064208015
    • 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)
  25. Pass17,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    17,449 miles
    Test number
    192624866354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 GEW

Does S16 GEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S16 GEW expired on 10 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S16 GEW?
The MOT on S16 GEW expired on 10 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S16 GEW done?
S16 GEW was recorded at 77,495 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2024, an average of 3,458 miles a year.
Has S16 GEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 GEW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on S16 GEW 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 S16 GEW find?
S16 GEW passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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