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WG12 EKX

2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Black Diesel 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

58,979 mi
Last recorded58,979 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe39,042 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG12 EKX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 58,979 miles

Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Jan 2025 54,806 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2024 51,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Fail 5 Jan 2024 51,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2023 48,037 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 46,026 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 44,724 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,437 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 36,441 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2017 34,698 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 33,002 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 26,606 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 26,608 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Centre Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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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WG12 EKX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Black with a 999cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 WG12 EKX, 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.

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What year was WG12 EKX registered?

WG12 EKX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 26 July 2012.

Is WG12 EKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG12 EKX 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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