Smart (mcc) Roadster

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 698 cc

T55 ESPMOT history

T55 ESP is a blue petrol Smart (mcc) Roadster first used on 2 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 104,824 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2026
Mileage
104,824 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T55 ESP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Roadster
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
698 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T55 ESP was last recorded at 104,824 miles on 26 Mar 2025, 2,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,412 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,412 miles
Average per year
4,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,824 miles
  • 2024 – 102,412 miles
  • 2023 – 100,597 miles
  • 2022 – 99,995 miles
  • 2021 – 98,552 miles
  • 2020 – 97,512 miles
  • 2019 – 95,988 miles
  • 2017 – 95,486 miles
  • 2016 – 93,907 miles
  • 2015 – 89,290 miles
  • 2014 – 87,246 miles
  • 2013 – 84,445 miles
  • 2012 – 81,077 miles
  • 2011 – 75,840 miles
  • 2010 – 70,460 miles
  • 2009 – 58,276 miles
  • 2008 – 40,910 miles
  • 2007 – 22,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,824 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryWiring/SAM unit loose around pedals

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,824 miles (+2,412)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    104,824 miles
    Test number
    206738391902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryWiring/SAM unit loose around pedals

  2. Pass102,412 miles (+1,815)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,412 miles
    Test number
    111728386630
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass100,597 miles (+602)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    100,597 miles
    Test number
    697274112454
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass99,995 miles (+1,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    99,995 miles
    Test number
    814528011738
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass98,552 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    98,552 miles
    Test number
    782868468801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,535 miles (+1,023)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,535 miles
    Test number
    664707618502
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass97,512 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    97,512 miles
    Test number
    218671773103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail97,512 miles (+1,524)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,512 miles
    Test number
    477276429211
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass95,988 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    730627023598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail95,982 miles (+496)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,982 miles
    Test number
    766361266979
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut mounting likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass95,486 miles (+1,579)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,486 miles
    Test number
    283409888819
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both fronts / offside rear / front - rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak sump bung washer
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass93,907 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    93,907 miles
    Test number
    521623721278
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail93,883 miles (+4,593)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,883 miles
    Test number
    803850508719
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass89,290 miles (+2,044)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    89,290 miles
    Test number
    906545685028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHandbrake mechanism catches rubber water hose when operated

  15. Pass87,246 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    87,246 miles
    Test number
    415218374078
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  16. Fail87,245 miles (+2,800)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,245 miles
    Test number
    797688674004
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  17. Pass84,445 miles (+3,368)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,445 miles
    Test number
    498820583094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass81,077 miles (+5,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    81,077 miles
    Test number
    198018182077
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass75,840 miles (+5,380)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    75,840 miles
    Test number
    736766461017
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f inner disc face rusty

  20. Pass70,460 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    70,460 miles
    Test number
    472922980012
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f side lamp / indicator lens damaged

  21. Fail70,431 miles (+12,155)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,431 miles
    Test number
    754802380001
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f side lamp / indicator lens damaged

  22. Pass58,276 miles (+17,366)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    453178579023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,910 miles (+18,316)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,910 miles
    Test number
    790937778058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,594 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,594 miles
    Test number
    182385597400
    • 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)
    • NoteAll underside of vechicle covered with plastic panels
    • NoteBoth rear tyres and nearside front tyre are starting to crack in tread

Questions about T55 ESP

Does T55 ESP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T55 ESP expired on 7 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T55 ESP?
The MOT on T55 ESP expired on 7 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T55 ESP done?
T55 ESP was recorded at 104,824 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2025, an average of 4,575 miles a year.
Has T55 ESP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T55 ESP has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on T55 ESP 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 T55 ESP find?
T55 ESP passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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