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AU16 RUJ

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,119 mi
Last recorded36,119 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU16 RUJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2026 36,119 miles

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Mar 2025 32,847 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2024 28,543 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside front inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Mar 2023 25,101 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 20,812 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 17,155 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 15,359 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 10,565 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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AU16 RUJ is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Red with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 32,362 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU16 RUJ, 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 10 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 AU16 RUJ registered?

AU16 RUJ is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 17 March 2016.

Is AU16 RUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU16 RUJ shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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