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FA16 HVT

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Feb 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,498 mi
Last recorded40,498 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA16 HVT
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 10 Feb 2026 40,498 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 38,153 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 36,657 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2023 35,122 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 29,984 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 24,912 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 18,943 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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FA16 HVT is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 FA16 HVT, 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 FA16 HVT registered?

FA16 HVT is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 June 2016.

Is FA16 HVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA16 HVT shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FA16 HVT have outstanding finance?

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