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OV12 UAO

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Grey Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

86,636 mi
Last recorded86,636 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 UAO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Jun 2026 86,636 miles

Emissions unable to be completed Due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Flexi pipe area (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside lower seal cover is missing

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

Pass 23 Jun 2025 78,911 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 76,698 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all round (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 71,684 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 67,836 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 62,361 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 60,225 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2019 58,964 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2018 56,279 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 40,543 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 40,543 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 30,499 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2015 20,143 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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OV12 UAO is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Grey with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 OV12 UAO, 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 OV12 UAO registered?

OV12 UAO is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 28 June 2012.

Is OV12 UAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 UAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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