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YD18 NVU

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

27,369 mi
Last recorded27,369 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYD18 NVU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 27,369 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2024 24,077 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 20,504 miles

Front Inner disc faces corroded

Pass 28 Jul 2022 16,807 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2021 13,247 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 13,247 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

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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YD18 NVU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 898cc 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 YD18 NVU, 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 YD18 NVU?

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What year was YD18 NVU registered?

YD18 NVU is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 June 2018.

Is YD18 NVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YD18 NVU 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 YD18 NVU have outstanding finance?

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