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BJ18 BWL

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,383 mi
Last recorded69,383 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ18 BWL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 69,383 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 56,223 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2025 56,223 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2024 50,874 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 43,016 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2022 35,845 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 29,518 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 29,515 miles

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))

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

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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BJ18 BWL is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ18 BWL, 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

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What year was BJ18 BWL registered?

BJ18 BWL is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 27 April 2018.

Is BJ18 BWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ18 BWL shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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