Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 698 cc

S3 VTCMOT history

S3 VTC is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet first used on 3 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

S3 VTC silver Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart Fortwo, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
83,683 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 VTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Cabriolet
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 VTC was last recorded at 83,683 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 3,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
80,595 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,088 miles
Average per year
4,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,683 miles
  • 2025 – 80,595 miles
  • 2024 – 76,862 miles
  • 2023 – 71,860 miles
  • 2022 – 67,890 miles
  • 2021 – 62,023 miles
  • 2020 – 60,667 miles
  • 2019 – 59,495 miles
  • 2018 – 58,184 miles
  • 2017 – 54,087 miles
  • 2016 – 47,674 miles
  • 2015 – 40,369 miles
  • 2014 – 31,837 miles
  • 2013 – 23,787 miles
  • 2012 – 18,039 miles
  • 2011 – 14,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,683 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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,683 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    83,683 miles
    Test number
    672501266537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass80,595 miles (+3,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    80,595 miles
    Test number
    461756113347
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass76,862 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,862 miles
    Test number
    786136507010
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail76,738 miles (+4,878)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,738 miles
    Test number
    537896788940
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass71,860 miles (+3,970)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    71,860 miles
    Test number
    423305012141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced arm front bush/arm corroed (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread and has nail in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced front bush/arm corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass67,890 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    67,890 miles
    Test number
    246387987044
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail67,890 miles (+5,867)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,890 miles
    Test number
    507948546882
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass62,023 miles (+1,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,023 miles
    Test number
    955644822517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  9. Pass60,667 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    60,667 miles
    Test number
    471458606333
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail60,667 miles (+1,172)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,667 miles
    Test number
    335245200253
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass59,495 miles (+1,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,495 miles
    Test number
    227764089021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass58,184 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,184 miles
    Test number
    376722955044
    • AdvisoryMultiple covers fitted as standard restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Fail58,182 miles (+4,095)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,182 miles
    Test number
    414768221335
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryMultiple covers fitted as standard restricting full visual inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass54,087 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    54,087 miles
    Test number
    275954802729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail54,063 miles (+6,389)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,063 miles
    Test number
    390797577024
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass47,674 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,674 miles
    Test number
    257435632775

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail47,611 miles (+7,242)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,611 miles
    Test number
    986969789517
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  18. Pass40,369 miles (+8,532)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    40,369 miles
    Test number
    366711515166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    31,837 miles
    Test number
    215884114495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail31,837 miles (+8,050)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,837 miles
    Test number
    377254014180
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass23,787 miles (+5,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    23,787 miles
    Test number
    125951303166
    • 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)

  22. Pass18,039 miles (+3,554)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    18,039 miles
    Test number
    475972922137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass14,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    14,485 miles
    Test number
    178158311137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 VTC

Does S3 VTC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 VTC is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 VTC?
The MOT on S3 VTC is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 VTC done?
S3 VTC was recorded at 83,683 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 4,628 miles a year.
Has S3 VTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 VTC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 VTC 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 S3 VTC find?
S3 VTC passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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