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BG12 WWP

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

White Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,630 mi
Last recorded64,630 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 WWP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 64,630 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 60,830 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2024 60,815 miles

Stop lamp(s) not working centre high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2023 56,711 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 56,703 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Fail 8 Jul 2023 56,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Jul 2022 52,047 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 47,272 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 45,220 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2020 45,217 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 44,617 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 42,985 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 16 May 2018 37,950 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 35,962 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 28,481 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 22,978 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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BG12 WWP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in White with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.9% with a typical mileage of 44,934 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG12 WWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 14 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG12 WWP registered?

BG12 WWP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 22 June 2012.

Is BG12 WWP safe to buy?

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