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BP17 PWY

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

65,423 mi
Last recorded65,423 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP17 PWY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2026 65,423 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2025 62,044 miles

Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Minor leak rear exhaust flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2024 51,145 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2024 51,145 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2023 40,402 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2022 35,057 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2022 35,057 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Jan 2022 26,773 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2022 26,773 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 15,466 miles
Pass 27 May 2020 14,281 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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BP17 PWY is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 29,279 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BP17 PWY, 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 9 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 BP17 PWY registered?

BP17 PWY is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 June 2017.

Is BP17 PWY safe to buy?

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