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KY12 VTM

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,482 mi
Last recorded50,482 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 VTM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 50,482 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear axle brake pipes rusting (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 47,267 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 43,344 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 39,192 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2022 35,292 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 33,229 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2020 32,274 miles

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 14 Feb 2019 29,553 miles

both front tyres cracking/splitting on shoulder outer edge

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 22 Feb 2018 26,568 miles

under tray/under floor covers fitted

Pass 3 Mar 2017 24,476 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 20,536 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 16,121 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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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KY12 VTM is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 KY12 VTM, 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 KY12 VTM registered?

KY12 VTM is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 12 March 2012.

Is KY12 VTM safe to buy?

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