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AY16 VCA

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Blue Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,728 mi
Last recorded33,728 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 VCA
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 12 Aug 2025 33,728 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both side!! (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 31,328 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both side tyres outer sidewall has cuts or damage, replace ASAP!! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both side tyres outer sidewall has cuts or damage, replace ASAP!! (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning light on!!

Pass 10 Aug 2023 29,120 miles

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

Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords All 4 plus cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 25,956 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 24,439 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 24,064 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 22,112 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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AY16 VCA is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Blue with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 AY16 VCA, 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 AY16 VCA registered?

AY16 VCA is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 4 March 2016.

Is AY16 VCA safe to buy?

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