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BG12 FXW

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

45,474 mi
Last recorded45,474 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet35,973 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 FXW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 45,474 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 42,392 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2024 42,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Nov 2023 40,916 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly cracking (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2022 38,130 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 34,087 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 30,704 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 25,275 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2017 21,030 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2017 21,030 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Nov 2016 15,138 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 10,672 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 10,216 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
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BG12 FXW is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG12 FXW, 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 BG12 FXW registered?

BG12 FXW is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 21 April 2012.

Is BG12 FXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG12 FXW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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