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EL15 ETU

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Yellow Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

32,294 mi
Last recorded32,294 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL15 ETU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 32,294 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 29,982 miles

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both front multiple cuts all the way around tyres (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2025 48,718 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 26,134 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 29,201 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 22,383 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 22,346 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2023 22,318 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2022 21,002 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 16,886 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2021 19,325 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 13,301 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 17,879 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 15,381 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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EL15 ETU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Yellow with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 EL15 ETU, 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 EL15 ETU registered?

EL15 ETU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 11 August 2018.

Is EL15 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL15 ETU shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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