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EF16 XPB

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

27,715 mi
Last recorded27,715 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF16 XPB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 27,715 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2025 26,448 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 25,067 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 185/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2023 23,190 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2023 23,188 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working led light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low inner len,s insecure (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2022 20,620 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 18,425 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2021 18,425 miles

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 15,775 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 12,649 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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EF16 XPB 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 80%.

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 EF16 XPB, 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 EF16 XPB registered?

EF16 XPB is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is EF16 XPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF16 XPB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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