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FL68 FBU

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,620 mi
Last recorded30,620 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL68 FBU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 30,620 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2025 27,167 miles

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 18 Oct 2023 19,800 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 15,524 miles

Both front brake discs slightly corroded

Rear seats folded down at time of testing

Pass 22 Sep 2021 10,623 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2021 10,623 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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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FL68 FBU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FL68 FBU, 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 FL68 FBU?

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What year was FL68 FBU registered?

FL68 FBU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 24 September 2018.

Is FL68 FBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL68 FBU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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