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FH16 XPS

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,652 mi
Last recorded59,652 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH16 XPS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 59,652 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2025 59,639 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 58,437 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2023 54,058 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 46,611 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 40,153 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 37,557 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 33,037 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 32,719 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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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FH16 XPS is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FH16 XPS, 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 FH16 XPS registered?

FH16 XPS is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 17 June 2016.

Is FH16 XPS safe to buy?

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