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2018 Smart Fortwo 1.0L Petrol · CF03 REC

CF03 REC

2018 Smart Fortwo (1.0L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2018. Recorded mileage 18,872 miles. MOT valid until 02 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.

Make & Model
SMART FORTWO
Year / Origin
2018 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 02 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
Recorded Mileage
18,872 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 02 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Apr 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
999cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Smart Fortwo demonstrates a consistent and exemplary record of roadworthiness, characterized by a complete absence of defects or advisories across five consecutive annual inspections. The most recent pass on 5 February 2026 confirms a stable mechanical condition with no emerging faults, maintaining a trend of total compliance with DVSA standards since 2022. An average annual accumulation of approximately 2,359 miles indicates significantly lower usage than typical for a vehicle of this age. Mechanically, this suggests minimal wear on the drivetrain, engine internals, and primary suspension components. Such a usage profile indicates the vehicle has likely been used for short-distance urban commuting or remained stationary for extended periods. Because the MOT history is devoid of any flagged issues concerning suspension linkages, brake discs, or subframe corrosion, there are no specific historical defects to prioritize during a physical inspection. The lack of any recorded oil misting or exhaust emissions failures suggests the engine has remained within operational tolerances throughout its life. During a test drive, focus on verifying the absence of any binding calipers or pedal judder, as these can occasionally manifest in low-mileage vehicles despite clean test results. Ensure the steering is precise and free from knocks over bumps, confirming that the suspension components remain supple and have not perished due to inactivity.
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CF03 REC Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2026
  • 18,872 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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CF03 REC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Sept 2026, 06:39
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Smart Fortwo (CF03 REC) between March 2022 and February 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

CF03 REC Mileage History

  1. 03/03/20225,444 mi
  2. 01/03/20237,910 mi+2,466 mi
  3. 28/02/202410,733 mi+2,823 mi
  4. 19/02/202513,432 mi+2,699 mi
  5. 05/02/202618,872 mi+5,440 mi

Average of roughly 3,418 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
93
/ 100 · Excellent
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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