Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 599 cc

X56 JNHMOT history

X56 JNH is a black petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 2 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

X56 JNH black Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
105,788 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 JNH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
2 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 JNH was last recorded at 105,788 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 3,135 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,653 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,135 miles
Average per year
3,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,788 miles
  • 2025 – 102,653 miles
  • 2023 – 101,874 miles
  • 2022 – 99,240 miles
  • 2020 – 99,164 miles
  • 2019 – 97,911 miles
  • 2018 – 95,570 miles
  • 2017 – 92,993 miles
  • 2016 – 90,823 miles
  • 2015 – 88,619 miles
  • 2014 – 85,557 miles
  • 2013 – 79,636 miles
  • 2012 – 76,459 miles
  • 2011 – 72,860 miles
  • 2010 – 70,287 miles
  • 2009 – 65,795 miles
  • 2008 – 59,623 miles
  • 2007 – 53,621 miles
  • 2006 – 48,312 miles
  • 2005 – 42,523 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,788 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both worn (5.3.2 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,788 miles (+3,135)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    105,788 miles
    Test number
    643116639515
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both worn (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Pass102,653 miles (+779)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    102,653 miles
    Test number
    659075605951
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring cracking
  3. Pass101,874 miles (+2,634)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    101,874 miles
    Test number
    140872878023
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking & perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Pass99,240 miles (+76)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    99,240 miles
    Test number
    212419222830
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective condensation (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass99,164 miles (+1,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    99,164 miles
    Test number
    953761419812
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s & n/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play o/s/f & o/s/r (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass97,911 miles (+24)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    97,911 miles
    Test number
    854172236257
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective wiper blades poor (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail97,887 miles (+2,317)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,887 miles
    Test number
    957489641607
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear silencer pipe missing (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective wiper blades poor (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass95,570 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    95,570 miles
    Test number
    678983272523
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  9. Fail95,570 miles (+2,577)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,570 miles
    Test number
    899075636326
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))
  10. Pass92,993 miles (+2,170)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,993 miles
    Test number
    718881484577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,823 miles (+2,204)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    90,823 miles
    Test number
    465674707367
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  12. Pass88,619 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    88,619 miles
    Test number
    449348271932
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe missing [bumper getting hot]
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp poor pattern & lower limit
  13. Fail88,615 miles (+3,058)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,615 miles
    Test number
    926164131571
    • FailureCentre Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust tailpipe missing [bumper getting hot]
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryO/s headlamp poor pattern & lower limit
    • AdvisoryO/s seat belt twisted
  14. Pass85,557 miles (+5,921)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    85,557 miles
    Test number
    639202434395
    • NoteFront brake discs and pads poor condition
    • NoteRear bumper insecure
  15. Pass79,636 miles (+3,177)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,636 miles
    Test number
    358611803368
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear exhaust box tail pipe missing
  16. Pass76,459 miles (+3,599)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,459 miles
    Test number
    529427292240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,860 miles (+2,573)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    196687191231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass70,287 miles (+4,492)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    70,287 miles
    Test number
    362862890411
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront tyres 2mm and o/s/f perished
    • NoteN/s/ mirror cracked
    • NoteThorns in o/s/r tyre
  19. Pass65,795 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,795 miles
    Test number
    193325699272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight roughness in n/s/r wheel bearing
  20. Fail65,790 miles (+6,167)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,790 miles
    Test number
    240673399261
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight roughness in n/s/r wheel bearing
  21. Pass59,623 miles (+6,002)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,623 miles
    Test number
    201664098295
    • NoteRear no plate discoloured
  22. Pass53,621 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    53,621 miles
    Test number
    650399387226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,616 miles (+5,304)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,616 miles
    Test number
    704879987281
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  24. Pass48,312 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    48,312 miles
    Test number
    931835276279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail48,281 miles (+5,758)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,281 miles
    Test number
    173132376285
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteRear;under;shield;loos
  26. Pass42,523 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    42,523 miles
    Test number
    251060895255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X56 JNH

Does X56 JNH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X56 JNH is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X56 JNH?
The MOT on X56 JNH is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X56 JNH done?
X56 JNH was recorded at 105,788 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 3,081 miles a year.
Has X56 JNH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 JNH has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on X56 JNH 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 X56 JNH find?
X56 JNH passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both corroded; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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