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WG18 VDF

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 May 2027
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,200 mi
Last recorded52,200 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG18 VDF
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 52,200 miles
Fail 29 May 2026 52,200 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 30 May 2025 43,767 miles

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

Fail 30 May 2025 43,767 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Auxiliary drive belt split and likely to fail.

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

Pass 28 May 2024 34,620 miles

Both front strut dust shields perished and cracked.

Both front tyres scrubbing and low on inner edges, offside is very low.

Both rear tyres close to legal limit

Windscreen chipped offside front upper.

Pass 23 May 2023 28,911 miles
Fail 23 May 2023 28,911 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 23,619 miles
Fail 13 May 2022 23,605 miles

Tyre has ply or cords exposed Offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear tyres close to legal limit.

Both rear tyres getting low

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

Pass 27 May 2021 17,857 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front 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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WG18 VDF is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc 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 WG18 VDF, 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 WG18 VDF?

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What year was WG18 VDF registered?

WG18 VDF is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 May 2018.

Is WG18 VDF safe to buy?

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