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EG17 SPU

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,895 mi
Last recorded55,895 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2025
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG17 SPU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2025 55,895 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2025 55,895 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 51,609 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 46,076 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 39,463 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 33,314 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020

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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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EG17 SPU is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 EG17 SPU, 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

How do I check the history of EG17 SPU?

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What year was EG17 SPU registered?

EG17 SPU is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 August 2017.

Is EG17 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EG17 SPU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EG17 SPU have outstanding finance?

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