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EF12 VWW

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

35,827 mi
Last recorded35,827 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF12 VWW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 35,827 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2024 32,109 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 29,333 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 25,210 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2021 22,530 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 21,435 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2019 20,323 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 18,603 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 17,086 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 15,384 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 15,384 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 13,993 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 13,953 miles

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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EF12 VWW is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EF12 VWW, 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

How do I check the history of EF12 VWW?

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What year was EF12 VWW registered?

EF12 VWW is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 9 June 2012.

Is EF12 VWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF12 VWW shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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