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HW18 FDF

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,290 mi
Last recorded55,290 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW18 FDF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2026 55,290 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2025 48,640 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2024 41,722 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 32,057 miles

Both rear tyres are worn

Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both front (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge In very poor condition (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 23,627 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 16,408 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 9,849 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Aug 2020 9,828 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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HW18 FDF 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 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 HW18 FDF, 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 HW18 FDF?

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What year was HW18 FDF registered?

HW18 FDF is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is HW18 FDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW18 FDF shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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