Smart (mcc) Forfour
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 9 years from 39,606 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
78%
Total Tests
39,606
Best Year
2018 (88%)
Years Covered
9
About the Smart (mcc) Forfour
The Smart (mcc) Forfour has been tested 39,606 times in 2026 MOT data across 9 model years (2004 to 2019), with an average pass rate of 78%. That's close to the national average of 82%. Available as petrol.
Best and Worst Years
The 2018 model is the most reliable with a 88% pass rate from 6,590 tests. The 2004 model has the lowest at 67%. With a 21 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
Newer SMART (MCC) FORFOURs show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 14 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2004) averages 106,805 miles, while the newest (2019) averages 26,615 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Smart (mcc) Forfour by Year
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