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GY62 VZJ

2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,018 mi
Last recorded29,018 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto41,063 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY62 VZJ
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse Mhd Auto
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 29,018 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Jan 2025 28,018 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2025 28,018 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2023 26,884 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2023 26,884 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Oct 2022 25,951 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 24,027 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2021 24,027 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2018 21,374 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2018 21,374 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 19,293 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 14,421 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto?

Based on 11,321 MOT tests across 942 vehicles.

80.1%
Pass Rate
3,214
Miles/Year
17
Year Lifespan
942
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 78
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 69
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 57
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GY62 VZJ is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 41,063 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 Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 78 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY62 VZJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 17 years. At 14 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY62 VZJ registered?

GY62 VZJ is a 2012 Smart Fortwo Pulse Mhd Auto, first registered on 22 December 2012.

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The MOT history for GY62 VZJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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