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DP12 DHP

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,698 mi
Last recorded51,698 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP12 DHP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 13 Mar 2026 51,698 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2025 49,389 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r and o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2024 47,209 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 46,231 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 43,487 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 40,279 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2020 38,992 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 35,191 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 27,658 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 21,362 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 17,972 miles

Nearside Front tyre slightly wearing on inner edge

engine cover fitted

Pass 14 Mar 2015 13,517 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe?

Based on 440,585 MOT tests across 27,730 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,350
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
27,730
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,722
coil spring broken 5,964
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,749
Stop lamp not working 4,422
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 4,260
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DP12 DHP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 38,121 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 6,722 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DP12 DHP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 14 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DP12 DHP registered?

DP12 DHP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 26 March 2012.

Is DP12 DHP safe to buy?

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