Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 599 cc

Y274 KNCMOT history

Y274 KNC is a silver petrol Smart (mcc) City Coupe first used on 22 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 87,840 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

Y274 KNC silver Smart City – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Smart City, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,840 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,873 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y274 KNC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
City Coupe
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y274 KNC was last recorded at 87,840 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 1,589 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,251 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,589 miles
Average per year
2,873 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,840 miles
  • 2025 – 86,251 miles
  • 2024 – 84,678 miles
  • 2023 – 84,089 miles
  • 2022 – 78,787 miles
  • 2020 – 74,727 miles
  • 2019 – 72,906 miles
  • 2018 – 70,881 miles
  • 2017 – 68,734 miles
  • 2016 – 67,974 miles
  • 2015 – 66,314 miles
  • 2014 – 62,867 miles
  • 2013 – 59,465 miles
  • 2012 – 56,111 miles
  • 2011 – 51,884 miles
  • 2010 – 47,078 miles
  • 2009 – 41,838 miles
  • 2008 – 38,672 miles
  • 2007 – 34,827 miles
  • 2006 – 30,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,840 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working led out

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shocker bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,840 miles (+1,589)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,840 miles
    Test number
    236801671716
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside of vehicle covered in underseal (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,251 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    86,251 miles
    Test number
    779491310029
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily covered in underseal

  3. Fail86,214 miles (+1,536)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,214 miles
    Test number
    595927789148
    • MajorRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength sill both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and underseal all over suspension (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted under vehicle
    • AdvisoryUnder seal on front suspension

  4. Pass84,678 miles (+589)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    84,678 miles
    Test number
    566244813610
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderseal under vehicle on subframe brake pipes and suspension

  5. Pass84,089 miles (+5,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    84,089 miles
    Test number
    334105112840
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted under vehicle inspection limited
    • AdvisoryUnderseal under vehicle and on front and rear suspension including brake pipes

  6. Pass78,787 miles (+4,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    78,787 miles
    Test number
    773878575333
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle front and rear chassis rails axle and suspension
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted under vehicle and outer sills

  7. Pass74,727 miles (+13)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    74,727 miles
    Test number
    895893148254
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Fail74,714 miles (+1,808)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,714 miles
    Test number
    844820139579
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective lens opaque, beam pattern not visible (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perished

  9. Pass72,906 miles (+2,025)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    72,906 miles
    Test number
    546918908921
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced arm front bush case corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fayding (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass70,881 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,881 miles
    Test number
    545511432729
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip's (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working led out (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose engine mounting (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail70,881 miles (+2,147)1 dangerous5 major1 repaired2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,881 miles
    Test number
    871990599841
    • DangerousCentral Rear Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt & slight play (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing in window (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective going opaque (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip's (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working led out (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing outer corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shocker bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose engine mounting (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass68,734 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    68,734 miles
    Test number
    760057629369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail68,734 miles (+760)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,734 miles
    Test number
    313006381362
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass67,974 miles (+1,660)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,974 miles
    Test number
    122546924267
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Track rod (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very rusty (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt Track rod (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Very rusty (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder panels fitted

  15. Pass66,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,314 miles
    Test number
    287139845142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail66,314 miles (+3,447)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,314 miles
    Test number
    985099745156
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  17. Pass62,867 miles (+3,402)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    62,867 miles
    Test number
    148067854133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,465 miles (+3,354)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,465 miles
    Test number
    375228253120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,111 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,111 miles
    Test number
    128999252182
    • Repaired at testOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

  20. Pass56,111 miles (+4,227)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,111 miles
    Test number
    449089852186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,884 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    51,884 miles
    Test number
    905158051130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail51,884 miles (+4,806)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,884 miles
    Test number
    629918051120
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

  23. Pass47,078 miles (+5,240)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,078 miles
    Test number
    583502830143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,838 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,838 miles
    Test number
    254860369199
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on outer edge of tread.

  25. Pass41,838 miles (+3,166)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,838 miles
    Test number
    823830869155
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on outer edge of tread.

  26. Pass38,672 miles (+55)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,672 miles
    Test number
    833194268132
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Fail38,617 miles (+3,790)2 dangerous7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,617 miles
    Test number
    252509148154
    • DangerousNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • DangerousOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteHigh level stop lamp partly working

  28. Pass34,827 miles (+4,116)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,827 miles
    Test number
    212305347490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2007
    Odometer
    30,711 miles
    Test number
    101396246172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y274 KNC

Does Y274 KNC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y274 KNC is valid until 14 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y274 KNC?
The MOT on Y274 KNC is valid until 14 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y274 KNC done?
Y274 KNC was recorded at 87,840 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 2,873 miles a year.
Has Y274 KNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y274 KNC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y274 KNC 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 Y274 KNC find?
Y274 KNC passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle covered in underseal, and 2 more.

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