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FP12 JBU

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Red Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2016
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

19,123 mi
Last recorded19,123 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet35,973 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP12 JBU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 19,123 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2015 19,123 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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
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FP12 JBU is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Red with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FP12 JBU, 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

How do I check the history of FP12 JBU?

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What year was FP12 JBU registered?

FP12 JBU is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is FP12 JBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP12 JBU shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FP12 JBU have outstanding finance?

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