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AX12 TFU

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Diesel 1000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2022
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,708 mi
Last recorded106,708 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2021
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet35,973 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX12 TFU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2021 106,708 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Sep 2021 106,708 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 98,694 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 84,250 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 72,448 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jan 2017 63,733 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 59,676 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 53,994 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet reliability report

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AX12 TFU is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 1,000cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.8% with a typical mileage of 35,973 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AX12 TFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 14 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AX12 TFU registered?

AX12 TFU is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 5 May 2012.

Is AX12 TFU safe to buy?

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