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YC12 XLK

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,103 mi
Last recorded59,103 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC12 XLK
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 59,103 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 56,327 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 53,163 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 48,522 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 45,289 miles

Undertray

Pass 15 Oct 2021 41,937 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 39,566 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2020 39,565 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe broken (6.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 36,423 miles

Exhaust flexi pipe poor condition

Under-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle. Engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of top side of engine. Side skirts fitted not allowing full inspection of outer seals.

Pass 5 Nov 2018 32,112 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2018 32,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Nov 2017 27,868 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 23,780 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 19,768 miles

Engine cover & under trays fitted at time of test.

Pass 5 Aug 2015 19,745 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
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YC12 XLK is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 YC12 XLK, 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 YC12 XLK registered?

YC12 XLK is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is YC12 XLK safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC12 XLK shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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