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OV12 UAR

2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Silver Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

70,050 mi
Last recorded70,050 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto41,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 UAR
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 70,050 miles
Pass 26 May 2025 64,521 miles
Pass 28 May 2024 61,248 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 May 2024 61,240 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 May 2023 58,095 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 54,567 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 51,399 miles
Pass 12 May 2020 49,759 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 46,141 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 41,281 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 36,617 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 27,861 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 20,509 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto?

Based on 4,291 MOT tests across 358 vehicles.

77.0%
Pass Rate
3,775
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
358
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 55
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 42
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 24
brake binding 23
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OV12 UAR is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in Silver with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.5% with a typical mileage of 41,281 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 55 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV12 UAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV12 UAR registered?

OV12 UAR is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 29 June 2012.

Is OV12 UAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 UAR 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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