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LV18 ZFA

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,399 mi
Last recorded60,399 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV18 ZFA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 60,399 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2026 60,399 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2025 49,974 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2024 41,321 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 41,321 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2023 36,386 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 31,809 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2022 31,809 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2021 24,656 miles

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

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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LV18 ZFA 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 66.7%.

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 LV18 ZFA, 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 LV18 ZFA?

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What year was LV18 ZFA registered?

LV18 ZFA is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is LV18 ZFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV18 ZFA shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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