Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver and Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 599 cc

Y285 ARPMOT history

Y285 ARP is a silver and blue petrol Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe first used on 26 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 33,568 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Nov 2022
Mileage
33,568 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2021
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 ARP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Smart (mcc)
Model
Fortwo Coupe
Colour
Silver and Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
599 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 ARP was last recorded at 33,568 miles on 5 Nov 2021, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
33,520 miles · 1 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
1,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 33,568 miles
  • 2020 – 33,520 miles
  • 2019 – 33,320 miles
  • 2018 – 32,873 miles
  • 2017 – 32,809 miles
  • 2016 – 29,125 miles
  • 2015 – 28,791 miles
  • 2013 – 28,684 miles
  • 2012 – 28,532 miles
  • 2011 – 28,062 miles
  • 2010 – 27,692 miles
  • 2009 – 23,493 miles
  • 2008 – 19,661 miles
  • 2007 – 18,320 miles
  • 2006 – 16,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass33,568 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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 (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 21 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass33,568 miles (+48)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    33,568 miles
    Test number
    309541194408
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass33,520 miles (+200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    33,520 miles
    Test number
    943111955226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass33,320 miles (+447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    33,320 miles
    Test number
    425045131337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass32,873 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    32,873 miles
    Test number
    456942131243
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail32,873 miles (+64)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,873 miles
    Test number
    270193026228
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Upper Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass32,809 miles (+3,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    32,809 miles
    Test number
    736205918373
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light cluster cracked

  7. Pass29,125 miles (+334)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,125 miles
    Test number
    538580598403
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted at time of test.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both. (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryItem removed before test.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  8. Pass28,791 miles (+107)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    28,791 miles
    Test number
    268295475181
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass28,684 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    28,684 miles
    Test number
    245104033376
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Fail28,684 miles (+39)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,684 miles
    Test number
    156954433369
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Fail28,645 miles (+113)3 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,645 miles
    Test number
    407433823356
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass28,532 miles (+470)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    28,532 miles
    Test number
    455355512465
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail28,062 miles1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    639496141292
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteHandbrake lever tight in operation
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass28,062 miles (+370)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    675226941217
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteHandbrake lever tight in operation
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass27,692 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,692 miles
    Test number
    693104850172
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre badly age cracking

  16. Fail27,692 miles (+4,199)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,692 miles
    Test number
    512982850181
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre badly age cracking

  17. Pass23,493 miles (+3,832)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    23,493 miles
    Test number
    303155539156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,661 miles (+1,341)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,661 miles
    Test number
    282162818486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass18,320 miles (+2,254)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,320 miles
    Test number
    150636787494
    • NoteDeep cut in off side front tyre side wall

  20. Pass16,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,066 miles
    Test number
    111290886451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 ARP

Does Y285 ARP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 ARP expired on 4 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 ARP?
The MOT on Y285 ARP expired on 4 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 ARP done?
Y285 ARP was recorded at 33,568 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2021, an average of 1,120 miles a year.
Has Y285 ARP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 ARP has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on Y285 ARP 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 Y285 ARP find?
Y285 ARP passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2021 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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