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EL51 EMP

2019 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,501 mi
Last recorded22,501 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2019 Smart (mcc) Forfour21,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL51 EMP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2019
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 22,501 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

Tpms light on dash

Pass 21 Mar 2025 18,852 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2025 18,852 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2024 14,180 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 10,061 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2023 10,061 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 7,225 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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EL51 EMP is a 2019 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2019 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 21,899 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 EL51 EMP, 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 7 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 EL51 EMP registered?

EL51 EMP is a 2019 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 7 June 2019.

Is EL51 EMP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EL51 EMP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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