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FD18 VCV

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

69,817 mi
Last recorded69,817 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD18 VCV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 69,817 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2025 63,369 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 54,652 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both=185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jun 2024 54,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both=185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 40,774 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2023 40,774 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 29,102 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 17,120 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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FD18 VCV is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD18 VCV, 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 FD18 VCV registered?

FD18 VCV is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 8 June 2018.

Is FD18 VCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD18 VCV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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