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DA18 LCU

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

26,808 mi
Last recorded26,808 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA18 LCU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 26,808 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 4 Dec 2024 25,686 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2024 25,684 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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 21 Nov 2023 21,037 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2023 21,036 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2022 19,135 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 16,931 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2022 16,931 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both side. (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2021 13,898 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2021 13,898 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (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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DA18 LCU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DA18 LCU, 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 DA18 LCU registered?

DA18 LCU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 20 April 2018.

Is DA18 LCU safe to buy?

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