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OW18 SDY

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

38,373 mi
Last recorded38,373 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW18 SDY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 38,373 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive multiple engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Nov 2025 38,373 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive multiple engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2024 35,218 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 33,020 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2023 27,277 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 21,388 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2022 21,387 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2020 10,094 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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OW18 SDY is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Red with a 898cc 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 OW18 SDY, 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 OW18 SDY?

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What year was OW18 SDY registered?

OW18 SDY is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 16 August 2018.

Is OW18 SDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for OW18 SDY 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.

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