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HG18 BXC

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

62,952 mi
Last recorded62,952 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG18 BXC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 62,952 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2026 62,952 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both side (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 May 2025 55,177 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 47,315 miles
Fail 31 May 2024 47,315 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre cut exposing cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 38,033 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 29,389 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 19,171 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear bumper damaged

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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HG18 BXC is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc 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 HG18 BXC, 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 HG18 BXC?

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What year was HG18 BXC registered?

HG18 BXC is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 18 June 2018.

Is HG18 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG18 BXC 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.

Does HG18 BXC have outstanding finance?

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