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MV61 CLN

2012 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto

Grey Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 May 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

63,714 mi
Last recorded63,714 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto48,698 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV61 CLN
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion CDI Auto
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 63,714 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Apr 2025 61,492 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 61,492 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2024 59,970 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 56,857 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 53,398 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2021 48,695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 44,411 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 44,409 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Apr 2018 37,824 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2018 37,824 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Mar 2017 34,869 miles

Both front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 31 Mar 2016 33,517 miles

emissions to low to register on EGA

front tyres getting low on inside edges

Pass 31 Mar 2015 31,750 miles

emissions to low to register on EGA

o/s/f tyre wearing on inside

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto?

Based on 8,517 MOT tests across 697 vehicles.

78.1%
Pass Rate
3,961
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
697
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 101
coil spring broken 64
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 61
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MV61 CLN is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto in Grey with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 48,698 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 CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 101 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MV61 CLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV61 CLN registered?

MV61 CLN is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion CDI Auto, first registered on 6 February 2012.

Is MV61 CLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV61 CLN shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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