2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe 0.8L Diesel · SK12 UBV
2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe (0.8L, diesel). First registered 01 Jun 2012. Recorded mileage 64,083 miles. MOT expired on 13 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- SMART FORTWO COUPE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 64,083 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 0.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SK12 UBV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 15/09/2025
- 64,083 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SK12 UBV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe (SK12 UBV) between September 2022 and September 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 15 September 2025 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: Tyres (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Suspension (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: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
SK12 UBV Mileage History
- 06/09/202250,545 mi
- 24/10/202357,250 mi+6,705 mi
- 20/11/202464,060 mi+6,810 mi
- 26/11/202464,065 mi+5 mi
- 15/09/202564,083 mi+18 mi
Average of roughly 4,476 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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