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2010 Smart Fortwo Passion MHD Auto 1.0L Petrol · LA10 DVG

LA10 DVG

2010 Smart Fortwo Passion MHD Auto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 14 Aug 2010. Recorded mileage 44,119 miles. MOT expired on 14 May 2025.

Make & Model
SMART FORTWO PASSION MHD AUTO
Year / Origin
2010 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 14 May 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
44,119 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 14 May 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2010
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a clean history of recent MOT tests. The most recent inspection conducted in April 2024 at 44,119 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets all safety and environmental standards. This follows a period of consistent passes in 2021 and 2023, suggesting that the mechanical components have remained within acceptable operating parameters without recurring failures. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,757 miles per year. Data shows a significant drop in usage between June 2022 and May 2023, where the car covered only 519 miles in eleven months. However, the mileage increased by 10,015 miles in the year between May 2023 and April 2024. While low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of degradation in rubber components and fluid breakdown if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. Despite the clean MOT record, a buyer must investigate the effects of long-term storage. The failure recorded in June 2022 at 33,585 miles suggests a specific issue was present that time, though the exact defect is not detailed in the summary. A physical inspection should focus on brake corrosion on the discs, potentially perished suspension bushes, and seized brake calipers, which are common in low-mileage Smart cars. The chassis should also be checked for structural rust at the mounting points, as low mileage does not protect against oxidation over two decades.
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LA10 DVG Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/04/2024
  • 44,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LA10 DVG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Sept 2026, 20:01
MOT Analysis

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4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Smart Fortwo Passion Mhd Auto (LA10 DVG) between June 2022 and April 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 24 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LA10 DVG Mileage History

  1. 16/06/202233,585 mi
  2. 16/06/202233,585 mi
  3. 16/05/202334,104 mi+519 mi
  4. 24/04/202444,119 mi+10,015 mi

Average of roughly 5,676 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
55
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (75%)
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