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YP61 VRN

2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,382 mi
Last recorded61,382 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2024
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe38,121 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP61 VRN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Coupe
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2024 61,382 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2023 54,557 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2022 53,942 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2022 53,942 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades split in centre (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 52,359 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 49,980 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 47,323 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2018 39,621 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 36,593 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2016 29,678 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Lower engine mount (dog bone)slightly worn

Pass 30 Mar 2016 25,627 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 22,014 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 19,091 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2015 19,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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YP61 VRN is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 YP61 VRN, 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 YP61 VRN registered?

YP61 VRN is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Coupe, first registered on 19 January 2012.

Is YP61 VRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP61 VRN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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