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FV18 BSX

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,825 mi
Last recorded34,825 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV18 BSX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 13 Jul 2026 34,825 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 29,330 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2024 23,411 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 17,149 miles

nearside front tyre outer sidewall cracked and perished

Pass 13 Jul 2022 13,055 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 8,490 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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FV18 BSX is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Red with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FV18 BSX, 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 FV18 BSX?

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What year was FV18 BSX registered?

FV18 BSX is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 July 2018.

Is FV18 BSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV18 BSX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV18 BSX have outstanding finance?

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