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NU12 WXP

2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Silver Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

52,071 mi
Last recorded52,071 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe39,042 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU12 WXP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2025 52,071 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component modified but not seriously weakened painted in places (5.3.3 (c) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2024 50,405 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 30 Oct 2023 48,830 miles

covers fitted

Pass 1 Nov 2022 47,273 miles

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2021 45,208 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 43,442 miles

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

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

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

covers fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2019 42,219 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2018 40,860 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 39,268 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2016 38,126 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 35,395 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 527,698 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 21 Apr 2015 527,698 miles

Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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NU12 WXP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Silver with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.8% with a typical mileage of 39,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NU12 WXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 14 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NU12 WXP registered?

NU12 WXP is a 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 23 April 2012.

Is NU12 WXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU12 WXP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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