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FR12 VFX

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

183,441 mi
Last recorded183,441 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFR12 VFX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 183,441 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2026 183,441 miles

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

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

Fail 13 Jan 2026 183,146 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 9 Jan 2025 181,467 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 178,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on edge inner.

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

Pass 13 Jan 2023 169,509 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2022 156,841 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2022 156,841 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 139,875 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 127,556 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 118,188 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 106,783 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 86,158 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 71,423 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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FR12 VFX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 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 VFX, 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 VFX registered?

FR12 VFX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is FR12 VFX safe to buy?

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