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LM12 AZP

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,604 mi
Last recorded76,604 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM12 AZP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2025 76,604 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 61,092 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Gearbox mounting defective ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 53,769 miles

Lower Gearbox mounting defective ()

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

Pass 2 Sep 2021 49,272 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2021 49,271 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid wipers not checked (3.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 58,686 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/55/15 cracking on outer wall (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 27 Oct 2020 48,686 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 175/55/15 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 175/55/15 cracking on outer wall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 38,918 miles
Fail 2 May 2019 38,918 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements incorrect spacing (0.1 (d))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 33,388 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 28,558 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 May 2016 25,396 miles
Fail 23 May 2016 25,396 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 18,612 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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LM12 AZP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 LM12 AZP, 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 LM12 AZP registered?

LM12 AZP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 31 May 2012.

Is LM12 AZP safe to buy?

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