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GJ12 UFN

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Blue Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

16,246 mi
Last recorded16,246 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ12 UFN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 16,246 miles
Pass 23 May 2025 15,536 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 15,536 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 15,069 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 14,516 miles

Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 13 May 2022 13,642 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 12,969 miles
Fail 27 May 2021 12,969 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged 155/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Mar 2020 12,222 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 11,182 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 10,433 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 10,708 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 8,389 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2016 8,389 miles

Front registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 6,945 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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GJ12 UFN is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Blue with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GJ12 UFN, 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.

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What year was GJ12 UFN registered?

GJ12 UFN is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 29 March 2012.

Is GJ12 UFN safe to buy?

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