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KY12 DFE

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2024
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,760 mi
Last recorded82,760 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY12 DFE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2023 82,760 miles

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

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2023 82,760 miles

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

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2021 81,173 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Subframe and chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2020 75,690 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2019 69,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 1.6 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Mar 2016 43,116 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 32,034 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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KY12 DFE is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 KY12 DFE, 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.

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What year was KY12 DFE registered?

KY12 DFE is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is KY12 DFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY12 DFE shows 7 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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