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LP18 FPL

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,550 mi
Last recorded33,550 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP18 FPL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 33,550 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2025 33,550 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 32,598 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2024 32,562 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources lamp coroded and cover/lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 13 Sep 2023 13,837 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 12,820 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 9,131 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2021 8,782 miles

Vehicle has covers fitted unable to see certain testable items

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 FPL is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc 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 LP18 FPL, 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 LP18 FPL?

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What year was LP18 FPL registered?

LP18 FPL is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 August 2018.

Is LP18 FPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP18 FPL 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 LP18 FPL have outstanding finance?

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