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KW12 UYM

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

38,623 mi
Last recorded38,623 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKW12 UYM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 38,623 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2025 38,622 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall original tyre renew both 2012 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 37,722 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 34,434 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 29,758 miles

offside rear brake starting to bind needs inspection

Fail 9 Sep 2022 29,758 miles

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

offside rear brake starting to bind needs inspection

Pass 13 Sep 2021 26,977 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 45,670 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 22,840 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust flexi braiding broke but still secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 19,933 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer braiding broken but exhaust still secure advise replacement (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 19,933 miles

Exhaust silencer slightly loose outer braiding broken but exhaust still secure advise replacement (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 17,567 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 16,627 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2016 16,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 12,959 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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KW12 UYM is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 KW12 UYM, 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 KW12 UYM registered?

KW12 UYM is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 6 August 2012.

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The MOT history for KW12 UYM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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