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LO12 HYU

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

12,831 mi
Last recorded12,831 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO12 HYU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 12,831 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2024 12,777 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 12,190 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 11,737 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 11,737 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 11,056 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 10,990 miles

BOTH REAR WHEELS BINDING

O/A/R TYRE CRACKING

Pass 9 May 2019 10,321 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 9,265 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 8,678 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 7,442 miles
Pass 18 May 2015 5,721 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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LO12 HYU is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 LO12 HYU, 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

How do I check the history of LO12 HYU?

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What year was LO12 HYU registered?

LO12 HYU is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 30 May 2012.

Is LO12 HYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO12 HYU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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