2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe 1.0L Petrol · YA12 GYF
2012 Smart Fortwo Coupe (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2012. Recorded mileage 79,405 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jan 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- SMART FORTWO COUPE
- Year / Origin
- 2012 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jan 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 79,405 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YA12 GYF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/01/2026
- 79,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YA12 GYF 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 (YA12 GYF) between January 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (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: “Central Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
YA12 GYF Mileage History
- 08/01/202476,412 mi
- 09/01/202476,421 mi+9 mi
- 17/12/202477,281 mi+860 mi
- 17/12/202477,282 mi+1 mi
- 09/01/202679,405 mi+2,123 mi
Average of roughly 1,493 miles per year across 5 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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