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Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 999 cc

S5 GDLMOT history

S5 GDL is a silver petrol Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A first used on 22 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 30,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

S5 GDL silver Smart Fortwo – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
30,621 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,462 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 GDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart
Model
Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
22 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 GDL was last recorded at 30,621 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
30,621 miles · 23 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,462 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,621 miles
  • 2025 – 30,621 miles
  • 2023 – 30,612 miles
  • 2022 – 28,705 miles
  • 2021 – 28,658 miles
  • 2020 – 28,247 miles
  • 2019 – 27,655 miles
  • 2018 – 25,807 miles
  • 2017 – 23,871 miles
  • 2016 – 18,893 miles
  • 2015 – 15,014 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,621 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,621 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    30,621 miles
    Test number
    139671082326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail30,621 miles (+9)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,621 miles
    Test number
    873741824002
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass30,612 miles (+1,907)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    30,612 miles
    Test number
    426927247870
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass28,705 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    28,705 miles
    Test number
    809233957767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass28,658 miles (+411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    28,658 miles
    Test number
    445521685882
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all - front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all, front and rear. cracks in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass28,247 miles (+592)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    28,247 miles
    Test number
    654406704743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass27,655 miles (+732)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    27,655 miles
    Test number
    901573114205
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass26,923 miles (+1,116)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    26,923 miles
    Test number
    292857455388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,807 miles (+1,936)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    25,807 miles
    Test number
    828302947481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass23,871 miles (+4,978)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    23,871 miles
    Test number
    949297368346
    • AdvisoryFront tyres : deteriorated / cracks in tread grooves.
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  11. Pass18,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    18,893 miles
    Test number
    869103393875
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre : deteriorated / cracks in tread grooves.

  12. Fail18,893 miles (+3,879)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,893 miles
    Test number
    360341684492
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre : deteriorated / cracks in tread grooves.

  13. Pass15,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    15,014 miles
    Test number
    587558625162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 GDL

Does S5 GDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 GDL is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 GDL?
The MOT on S5 GDL is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 GDL done?
S5 GDL was recorded at 30,621 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 1,462 miles a year.
Has S5 GDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 GDL has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 GDL 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 S5 GDL find?
S5 GDL passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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