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2012 Smart Fortwo Passion MHD Auto 1.0L Petrol · T3 UMP

T3 UMP

2012 Smart Fortwo Passion MHD Auto (1.0L, petrol). First registered 20 Sept 2012. Recorded mileage 48,199 miles. MOT valid until 16 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
SMART FORTWO PASSION MHD AUTO
Year / Origin
2012
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 16 Jul 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
48,199 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Available on IAGC
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 16 Jul 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
999cc
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T3 UMP Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
  • 48,199 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)

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T3 UMP MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 13:06
MOT Analysis

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 Passion Mhd Auto Unknown (T3 UMP) between June 2023 and July 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 09 July 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), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 10 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: “Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”.

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ADVISORY

T3 UMP Mileage History

  1. 30/06/202344,697 mi
  2. 02/07/202446,068 mi+1,371 mi
  3. 07/07/202547,317 mi+1,249 mi
  4. 08/07/202547,318 mi+1 mi
  5. 09/07/202648,199 mi+881 mi

Average of roughly 1,157 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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