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BU16 GHV

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,295 mi
Last recorded26,295 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 GHV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 6 Mar 2026 26,295 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 24,312 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2024 22,072 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts HEAVILY cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears 2m (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 19,295 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 16,911 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 14,945 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 11,093 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 9,187 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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BU16 GHV is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White with a 999cc 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 BU16 GHV, 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 BU16 GHV?

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What year was BU16 GHV registered?

BU16 GHV is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 10 March 2016.

Is BU16 GHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 GHV 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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