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GL12 YPX

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

97,405 mi
Last recorded97,405 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 YPX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 97,405 miles

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

Fail 17 Oct 2025 97,405 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Oct 2024 88,388 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 80,804 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 23 Oct 2023 80,799 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 66,704 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 58,095 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 49,853 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2019 39,819 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 37,398 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 22,198 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 11,969 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 11,673 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 11,673 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 11,130 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 YPX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White 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 GL12 YPX, 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 GL12 YPX registered?

GL12 YPX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is GL12 YPX safe to buy?

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