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BC18 XSE

2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

44,876 mi
Last recorded44,876 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour24,670 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC18 XSE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 44,876 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 May 2026 44,876 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2025 35,419 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 35,419 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Apr 2024 26,062 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 18,660 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 12,648 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 12,648 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2021 10,016 miles

wipers smeer slightly

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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BC18 XSE is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BC18 XSE, 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 BC18 XSE registered?

BC18 XSE is a 2018 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 July 2018.

Is BC18 XSE safe to buy?

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