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HV68 OVS

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

6,431 mi
Last recorded6,431 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV68 OVS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 6,431 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2025 6,429 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. incorrect size tyre. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 5,192 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 4,559 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2022 3,756 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 3,044 miles

Nail in tyre offside rear ()

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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HV68 OVS 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 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 HV68 OVS, 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 HV68 OVS?

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What year was HV68 OVS registered?

HV68 OVS is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 September 2018.

Is HV68 OVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV68 OVS 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.

Does HV68 OVS have outstanding finance?

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