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P7 NMC

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Apr 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

68,807 mi
Last recorded68,807 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP7 NMC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Mar 2026 68,807 miles

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2025 55,296 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

Fail 20 Mar 2025 55,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust deteriorated

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 40,316 miles

Exhaust deteriorated

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 27,150 miles

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 5 Apr 2022 21,270 miles

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

Pass 3 Mar 2022 21,069 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 19,264 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 19,141 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 18,418 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 16,821 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 15,518 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 12,143 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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P7 NMC is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Red 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 P7 NMC, 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 P7 NMC registered?

P7 NMC is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 26 October 2012.

Is P7 NMC safe to buy?

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