2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe 1.0L Petrol · FH61 BVG
2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Feb 2012. Recorded mileage 49,279 miles. MOT valid until 08 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- SMART FORTWO COUPE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 49,279 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH61 BVG Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/03/2026
- 49,279 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH61 BVG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe (FH61 BVG) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 09 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Central Lower Engine mounting bracket excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))”; “Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”; “Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))”.
FH61 BVG Mileage History
- 29/02/202445,492 mi
- 07/03/202445,493 mi+1 mi
- 04/03/202546,887 mi+1,394 mi
- 09/03/202649,279 mi+2,392 mi
Average of roughly 1,872 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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