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BJ18 YZV

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

21,763 mi
Last recorded21,763 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ18 YZV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 21,763 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 21,117 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2024 20,041 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2023 19,151 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 17,425 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 15,272 miles

Nearside Front Outer door panel damaged

Fail 29 Jun 2021 15,272 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer door panel damaged

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 YZV 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 BJ18 YZV, 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 BJ18 YZV?

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What year was BJ18 YZV registered?

BJ18 YZV is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 30 April 2018.

Is BJ18 YZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ18 YZV 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.

Does BJ18 YZV have outstanding finance?

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