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MA12 XJL

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,999 mi
Last recorded33,999 miles
Recorded on13 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA12 XJL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Apr 2026 33,999 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 32,543 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 30,615 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 28,464 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2022 27,157 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 26,018 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2020 25,043 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 24,069 miles

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

Pass 17 Apr 2018 23,401 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 22,557 miles

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

Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,028 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 19,513 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 19,513 miles

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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MA12 XJL is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 MA12 XJL, 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 MA12 XJL registered?

MA12 XJL is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 27 April 2012.

Is MA12 XJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA12 XJL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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