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FM04 BOX

2012 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,390 mi
Last recorded58,390 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM04 BOX
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 58,390 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2025 58,390 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2025 55,132 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 53,017 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 8 May 2024 37,961 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2023 47,865 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in primary grooves (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil borderline (5.3.2 (b))

Rear brakes noisy when applied (drums)

Pass 29 Mar 2023 23,325 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 45,592 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2022 45,592 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 7,264 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 40,297 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive sump weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2021 5,411 miles

engine covers under trays fitted

Pass 8 Jul 2020 37,199 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 34,886 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 32,169 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 29,115 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,866 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,496 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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FM04 BOX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FM04 BOX, 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 14 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM04 BOX registered?

FM04 BOX is a 2012 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 16 July 2012.

Is FM04 BOX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM04 BOX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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