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LP18 FNT

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

62,241 mi
Last recorded62,241 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP18 FNT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 62,241 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 54,379 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 54,336 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2023 47,141 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2023 47,141 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 36,684 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Jul 2022 36,684 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2021 22,422 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2021 22,259 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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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LP18 FNT is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 LP18 FNT, 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

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What year was LP18 FNT registered?

LP18 FNT is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 July 2018.

Is LP18 FNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP18 FNT shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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