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DF12 LVK

2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Grey Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

42,190 mi
Last recorded42,190 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto41,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF12 LVK
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 42,190 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 40,476 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2024 39,727 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 35,199 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2023 35,199 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Aug 2022 30,237 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 30 Sep 2021 21,668 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 21,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Aug 2020 13,535 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 12,331 miles

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

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

Under panels fitted

Pass 31 Aug 2018 11,113 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 9,944 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 6,060 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 4,912 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 4,912 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
3,775
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
brake binding 23
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DF12 LVK is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in Grey with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 41,281 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF12 LVK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DF12 LVK registered?

DF12 LVK is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is DF12 LVK safe to buy?

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