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GV61 NWX

2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,665 mi
Last recorded48,665 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto32,974 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV61 NWX
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Passion Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 48,665 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 31 Dec 2024 47,857 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Dec 2023 46,715 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2023 46,715 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2022 46,078 miles
Fail 24 Dec 2022 46,078 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2021 45,051 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 32,753 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2019 28,510 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 25,067 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 22,628 miles

Offside Front tyre has cracks outer wall/tread

under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 16 Jun 2016 20,342 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 18,446 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 May 2014 13,623 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Passion Auto?

Based on 3,048 MOT tests across 274 vehicles.

81.8%
Pass Rate
3,111
Miles/Year
16
Year Lifespan
274
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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GV61 NWX is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto in Black 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 Fortwo Passion Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 32,974 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Passion Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 22 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV61 NWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Passion Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 16 years. At 14 years old, this Smart Fortwo Passion Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV61 NWX registered?

GV61 NWX is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Passion Auto, first registered on 31 January 2012.

Is GV61 NWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV61 NWX 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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