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BK12 VHC

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,883 mi
Last recorded22,883 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet35,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK12 VHC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 22,883 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2025 15,542 miles

Manufacturers undertrays/covers fitted restricting inspection

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

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 12 Feb 2024 14,945 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 14,234 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2022 13,364 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 12,618 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 12,177 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2018 11,460 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 10,668 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 8,781 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 6,827 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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BK12 VHC is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK12 VHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK12 VHC registered?

BK12 VHC is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 26 April 2012.

Is BK12 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK12 VHC shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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