Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,499 cc

S40 FORMOT history

S40 FOR is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) Forfour first used on 13 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 173,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
173,443 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 FOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Forfour
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
13 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 FOR was last recorded at 173,443 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2013: 15,538 miles, lower than 17,318 miles on 16 Aug 2012.

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
173,440 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,443 miles
  • 2025 – 164,623 miles
  • 2023 – 154,538 miles
  • 2022 – 140,715 miles
  • 2021 – 128,700 miles
  • 2020 – 111,268 miles
  • 2019 – 52,809 miles
  • 2018 – 50,906 miles
  • 2017 – 35,055 miles
  • 2016 – 21,496 miles
  • 2015 – 20,888 miles
  • 2014 – 20,151 miles
  • 2013 – 15,538 miles
  • 2012 – 17,318 miles
  • 2011 – 15,921 miles
  • 2010 – 14,388 miles
  • 2009 – 12,437 miles
  • 2008 – 10,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,443 miles
  • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front brake back plates corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear axle carrier bushes deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass173,443 miles (+3)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    173,443 miles
    Test number
    349515591756
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear axle carrier bushes deteriorated

  2. Fail173,440 miles (+8,817)6 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,440 miles
    Test number
    304586654254
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front brake back plates corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside rear and nearside rear axle carrier bushes deteriorated

  3. Pass164,623 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    164,623 miles
    Test number
    777873383766
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspesion has corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail164,623 miles (+10,085)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,623 miles
    Test number
    921529511922
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Rear suspesion has corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass154,538 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,538 miles
    Test number
    521118635929
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail154,536 miles (+13,821)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,536 miles
    Test number
    535970772517
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass140,715 miles (+170)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    140,715 miles
    Test number
    421172591468
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail140,545 miles (+75)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,545 miles
    Test number
    595057659834
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail140,470 miles (+11,770)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,470 miles
    Test number
    220069191271
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass128,700 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    128,700 miles
    Test number
    412323809471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,700 miles (+17,432)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,700 miles
    Test number
    145992011761
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass111,268 miles (+58,459)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    111,268 miles
    Test number
    827786098120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,809 miles (+1,903)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    52,809 miles
    Test number
    999873922185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass50,906 miles (+165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,906 miles
    Test number
    467683469852
    • AdvisoryO/S/R COIL SPRING BADLY CORRDED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTRACKING CHECK REQUIRED

  15. Fail50,741 miles (+15,686)4 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,741 miles
    Test number
    720197587585
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/S/R COIL SPRING BADLY CORRDED
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTRACKING CHECK REQUIRED

  16. Pass35,055 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    35,055 miles
    Test number
    737099481710
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  17. Fail35,050 miles (+13,554)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,050 miles
    Test number
    142256297037
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryEml light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  18. Pass21,496 miles (+608)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    21,496 miles
    Test number
    537503253872
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s and o/s (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront n/s and o/s steering arms have a bit off play
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam bush a little play (2.5.A.1a)

  19. Pass20,888 miles (+737)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    20,888 miles
    Test number
    549018815263
    • NoteCut on outer sidewall of near side rear tyre.

  20. Pass20,151 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    20,151 miles
    Test number
    246750224246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail15,538 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,538 miles
    Test number
    316856623202
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass15,538 miles (-1,780)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    15,538 miles
    Test number
    756756123297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass17,318 miles (+1,397)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    17,318 miles
    Test number
    436149822209
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs pitted and corroded.

  24. Pass15,921 miles (+1,533)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    15,921 miles
    Test number
    636442321298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,388 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    14,388 miles
    Test number
    443138710203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,437 miles (+2,281)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    12,437 miles
    Test number
    952694029228
    • NoteLarge cut on outside of near side front tyre.

  27. Pass10,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    10,156 miles
    Test number
    341309638223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail10,156 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,156 miles
    Test number
    834879938283
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about S40 FOR

Does S40 FOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 FOR is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 FOR?
The MOT on S40 FOR is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 FOR done?
S40 FOR was recorded at 173,443 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 9,287 miles a year.
Has S40 FOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 FOR has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 FOR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Aug 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S40 FOR find?
S40 FOR passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: central stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake hose slightly chafed; offside front brake hose slightly chafed, and 9 more.

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