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BT16 SZG

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,231 mi
Last recorded43,231 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT16 SZG
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 43,231 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2025 38,771 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2025 38,771 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2024 33,434 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2024 33,434 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 28,491 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2023 28,491 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 24,425 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective recomend new one (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2021 20,894 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jun 2019 13,829 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BT16 SZG is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 BT16 SZG, 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

How do I check the history of BT16 SZG?

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What year was BT16 SZG registered?

BT16 SZG is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 June 2016.

Is BT16 SZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT16 SZG shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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