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YP12 OBD

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Blue Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

30,664 mi
Last recorded30,664 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP12 OBD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 30,664 miles

under body covered

Pass 12 Sep 2024 29,639 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 27,858 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine oil leak

Pass 7 Dec 2022 27,963 miles

Central Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 26,938 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 26,224 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 25,089 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advice replace now (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advice replace now (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 May 2018 24,190 miles

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

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

Fail 30 May 2018 24,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2017 23,935 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 21,853 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 14,792 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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YP12 OBD is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Blue with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 YP12 OBD, 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 YP12 OBD registered?

YP12 OBD is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 8 June 2012.

Is YP12 OBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP12 OBD 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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