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SO18 ERV

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,944 mi
Last recorded32,944 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO18 ERV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 32,944 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 29,591 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2024 29,591 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 25,164 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 19,466 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 13,976 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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SO18 ERV is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SO18 ERV, 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 SO18 ERV?

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What year was SO18 ERV registered?

SO18 ERV is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 25 July 2018.

Is SO18 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO18 ERV shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SO18 ERV have outstanding finance?

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