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SP57 LYT

2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

90,128 mi
Last recorded90,128 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2026
Typical for 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe45,397 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP57 LYT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2026 90,128 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2026 90,127 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Apr 2025 77,663 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 24 Apr 2024 67,078 miles

Central Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under tray covers fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2023 63,260 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Dec 2021 54,848 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Dec 2020 52,884 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 52,884 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear unable to inspect wheel bearing

Pass 17 Dec 2019 51,429 miles

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2018 48,713 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2018 48,713 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2018 43,945 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 39,108 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 31,395 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 19,219 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2013 17,944 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 17,944 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 15,994 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 13,352 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 9 Oct 2010 13,328 miles

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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SP57 LYT is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SP57 LYT, 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

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What year was SP57 LYT registered?

SP57 LYT is a 2007 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 25 September 2007.

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