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LS62 OVG

2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

43,321 mi
Last recorded43,321 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto32,974 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS62 OVG
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 43,321 miles

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2024 39,679 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 39,676 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x2 cuts. Tyre also worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 26 Oct 2023 35,310 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 32,005 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 27,795 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2021 27,795 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2020 26,022 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 26,022 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 24,949 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2019 24,946 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

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

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

Pass 27 May 2017 22,108 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 18,034 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion Auto?

Based on 3,048 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
3,111
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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LS62 OVG is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 32,974 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 Passion Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LS62 OVG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LS62 OVG registered?

LS62 OVG is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto, first registered on 20 October 2012.

Is LS62 OVG safe to buy?

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