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EX12 AVT

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

39,203 mi
Last recorded39,203 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX12 AVT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 39,203 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2025 39,203 miles

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle brake seized (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 155/60/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 38,008 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2023 36,883 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 35,739 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 33,342 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 30,106 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 25,592 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2018 22,253 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 18,222 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper smears and blade is damaged

Pass 3 Mar 2016 14,165 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 12,740 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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EX12 AVT is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 EX12 AVT, 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

How do I check the history of EX12 AVT?

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What year was EX12 AVT registered?

EX12 AVT is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is EX12 AVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX12 AVT 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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