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PJ12 FNH

2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

94,631 mi
Last recorded94,631 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto41,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ12 FNH
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse CDI Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 94,631 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 92,275 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 85,221 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

O/s rear tyre "low" on tread

Fail 23 Oct 2023 85,221 miles

Front tyres worn on inner edges

O/s rear tyre "low" on tread

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2022 73,631 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 65,655 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 58,052 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 50,946 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 46,449 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 41,563 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 36,009 miles

Covers fitted

Pass 12 Jun 2015 28,334 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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PJ12 FNH is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 PJ12 FNH, 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.

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What year was PJ12 FNH registered?

PJ12 FNH is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse CDI Auto, first registered on 27 June 2012.

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The MOT history for PJ12 FNH 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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