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FR12 BDY

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2024
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

158,629 mi
Last recorded158,629 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2023
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 BDY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2023 158,629 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 131,446 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 112,083 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 106,160 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2020 106,160 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2019 100,419 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 87,784 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 73,453 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Dec 2016 64,163 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 54,430 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 42,903 miles

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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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FR12 BDY is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 FR12 BDY, 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 FR12 BDY registered?

FR12 BDY is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is FR12 BDY safe to buy?

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