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FG12 TXN

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

88,175 mi
Last recorded88,175 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG12 TXN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 88,175 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 82,493 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2024 74,273 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre has 2 nails ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on 2mm, and cracked (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Feb 2023 62,032 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2023 62,032 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Feb 2022 51,250 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 46,853 miles

Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2019 33,239 miles

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

Pass 14 Apr 2018 28,084 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2017 24,547 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 21,039 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 11,810 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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FG12 TXN is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FG12 TXN, 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 FG12 TXN?

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What year was FG12 TXN registered?

FG12 TXN is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is FG12 TXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG12 TXN shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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