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DH18 BWG

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

25,335 mi
Last recorded25,335 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDH18 BWG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2026 25,335 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 22,668 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2024 19,437 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear have multiple cracks no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 19,436 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front tyres have multiple cracks to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both rear have multiple cracks no cords showing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 16,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 16,205 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 8,872 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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DH18 BWG is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DH18 BWG, 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 DH18 BWG registered?

DH18 BWG is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 21 August 2018.

Is DH18 BWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DH18 BWG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DH18 BWG have outstanding finance?

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