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LY18 KCU

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

10,406 mi
Last recorded10,406 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY18 KCU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2026 10,406 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2025 9,208 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 8,319 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 7,910 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2022 7,512 miles

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

Fail 29 Aug 2022 7,512 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2021 6,597 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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LY18 KCU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LY18 KCU, 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 LY18 KCU?

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What year was LY18 KCU registered?

LY18 KCU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is LY18 KCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY18 KCU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LY18 KCU have outstanding finance?

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