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SP12 NBM

2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

White Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

70,550 mi
Last recorded70,550 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet44,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP12 NBM
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 70,550 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated split (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front abs wire insecure

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 64,808 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 56,791 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 53,294 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2021 50,464 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 40,655 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 33,515 miles

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

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

Offside Front tyre perished

Pass 24 May 2017 30,105 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 26,971 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2016 26,971 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 24,922 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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SP12 NBM is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in White with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SP12 NBM, 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 SP12 NBM registered?

SP12 NBM is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 22 March 2012.

Is SP12 NBM safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP12 NBM shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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