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SH18 HFY

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

29,595 mi
Last recorded29,595 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH18 HFY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 29,595 miles
Fail 27 May 2026 29,595 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fail 26 May 2026 29,544 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Fail 21 May 2026 29,473 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2025 27,805 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 27,741 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 May 2024 25,621 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 23,689 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 20,519 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2021 16,593 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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SH18 HFY is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SH18 HFY, 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 SH18 HFY registered?

SH18 HFY is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 May 2018.

Is SH18 HFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH18 HFY shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SH18 HFY have outstanding finance?

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