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D987 PHD

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Orange Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,176 mi
Last recorded27,176 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD987 PHD
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2026 27,176 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 22,311 miles
Pass 20 May 2024 17,319 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 11,462 miles
Fail 17 May 2023 11,462 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high Dip beam has been adjusted to the correct height (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high Dip beam has been adjusted to the correct height (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 May 2022 7,227 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 3,144 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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D987 PHD is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Orange with a 898cc 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 D987 PHD, 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 D987 PHD?

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What year was D987 PHD registered?

D987 PHD is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 12 June 2018.

Is D987 PHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for D987 PHD 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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