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FG16 NSY

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Red Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

49,333 mi
Last recorded49,333 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG16 NSY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 49,333 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 30 Jan 2026 49,333 miles

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

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jan 2025 44,943 miles

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Feb 2024 40,643 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 37,801 miles

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

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

Offside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 33,578 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2022 33,577 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 31,292 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 27,117 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 21,428 miles

Front tyres worn inner edge.165.65.15.

Nearside Lower Body sill slightly damaged.

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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FG16 NSY is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Red with a 898cc 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 FG16 NSY, 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 FG16 NSY?

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What year was FG16 NSY registered?

FG16 NSY is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 24 March 2016.

Is FG16 NSY safe to buy?

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