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KU12 SDV

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,806 mi
Last recorded66,806 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU12 SDV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 66,806 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 14 Oct 2025 66,806 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Oct 2024 61,597 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 56,458 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2023 56,376 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside front driving lamp not fully illuminated

Pass 28 Oct 2022 51,108 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 51,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2021 46,236 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 40,975 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 35,416 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 34,322 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2018 31,785 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 24 Feb 2017 29,811 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 3 Mar 2016 27,027 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 24,346 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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KU12 SDV is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol 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 KU12 SDV, 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 KU12 SDV?

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What year was KU12 SDV registered?

KU12 SDV is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 8 March 2012.

Is KU12 SDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU12 SDV shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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