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GL12 HXP

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

54,949 mi
Last recorded54,949 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 HXP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine799cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 54,949 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2025 60,920 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 60,920 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 175/55x15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2024 46,257 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 7 Jun 2023 41,396 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 36,133 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Jul 2022 36,133 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2021 34,450 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 32,431 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2017 32,431 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 28,433 miles

Emissions too clean to get reading

Fail 24 Jun 2016 28,433 miles

Emissions too clean to get reading

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Jun 2015 23,088 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 23,088 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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GL12 HXP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 799cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 GL12 HXP, 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 GL12 HXP?

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What year was GL12 HXP registered?

GL12 HXP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is GL12 HXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL12 HXP shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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