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BG18 XCN

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

37,829 mi
Last recorded37,829 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG18 XCN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 37,829 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2024 28,116 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 22,835 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 185/60/R15 MICHELIN (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/R15 BUDGET (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Dec 2022 18,996 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 17,521 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 17,478 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jun 2021 11,002 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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BG18 XCN is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.0% with a typical mileage of 24,670 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG18 XCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Forfour typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 8 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG18 XCN?

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What year was BG18 XCN registered?

BG18 XCN is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is BG18 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG18 XCN shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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