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MV57 ELX

2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

34,887 mi
Last recorded34,887 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,397 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV57 ELX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 34,887 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 33,635 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2024 33,633 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 32,602 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 32,234 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 31,539 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2021 31,539 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2020 30,492 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2019 29,491 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 28,502 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear rigid steel brake pipe corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2017 27,270 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2016 25,658 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Undertrays fitted

Nearside Front tyre have large surface cracks

Offside Front tyre have large surface cracks

Pass 6 Oct 2015 24,318 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2014 23,163 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2013 21,900 miles

n/s/f,o/s/f & o/s/r tyres cracking slightly

Fail 16 Oct 2013 21,900 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f,o/s/f & o/s/r tyres cracking slightly

Pass 18 Oct 2012 20,168 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 18,726 miles

rear washer inop

slight cracking on fuel cap seal

Pass 28 Oct 2010 16,388 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 16,377 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 16,377 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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MV57 ELX is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 45,397 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV57 ELX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 19 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MV57 ELX?

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What year was MV57 ELX registered?

MV57 ELX is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 26 September 2007.

Is MV57 ELX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV57 ELX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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