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LO12 HFA

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

22,825 mi
Last recorded22,825 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 HFA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 22,825 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 22,481 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2024 21,968 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 21,255 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 20,626 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2022 20,626 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 19,388 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wearing in a patch (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2019 12,194 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 11,075 miles

undertrays fitted to vehicle not allowing full inspection of brake pipes and fuel lines

Pass 30 Jun 2017 9,643 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 8,095 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 6,333 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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LO12 HFA is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LO12 HFA, 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 LO12 HFA registered?

LO12 HFA is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 7 June 2012.

Is LO12 HFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 HFA shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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