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KN12 UJL

2012 Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

23,757 mi
Last recorded23,757 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A36,404 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN12 UJL
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Brabus Xclusive A
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2025 23,757 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 20,901 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 18,944 miles

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

Fail 22 Jun 2023 18,944 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2022 17,838 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

exhaust manifold is cracked

Pass 30 Jun 2021 17,173 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 17,171 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 19 Jun 2020 16,574 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2020 16,573 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jun 2019 15,755 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2019 15,755 miles

Offside Rear All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 14 May 2018 14,590 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 12,725 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 12,725 miles

Emissions not tested rear exhust broken (7.3.A.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2016 11,025 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 8,581 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nsf tyre cracking between treads

osf tyre cracking up between treads

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A?

Based on 1,986 MOT tests across 184 vehicles.

83.7%
Pass Rate
2,875
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
184
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9
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KN12 UJL is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2012 Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.0% with a typical mileage of 36,404 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 Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KN12 UJL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was KN12 UJL registered?

KN12 UJL is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Brabus Xclusive A, first registered on 27 March 2012.

Is KN12 UJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN12 UJL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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