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SR52 SOV

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Black Diesel 799cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

67,190 mi
Last recorded67,190 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSR52 SOV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine799cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 67,190 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 67,190 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2025 65,618 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 May 2024 61,847 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both front wheel nuts was loos ,

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centrl wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 May 2024 61,847 miles

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

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front both front wheel nuts was loos ,

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge centrl wear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Mar 2022 61,840 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2022 61,838 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 55,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 24 Feb 2021 55,843 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps both (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 54,271 miles

cover fitted

oil leak

Fail 6 Nov 2018 54,271 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

cover fitted

oil leak

Pass 4 Nov 2017 52,758 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 52,758 miles

Registration plate lamp not working both sides (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 52,086 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 46,987 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 41,787 miles

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
Full Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe reliability report

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SR52 SOV is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Black with a 799cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 SR52 SOV, 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.

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What year was SR52 SOV registered?

SR52 SOV is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is SR52 SOV safe to buy?

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