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GN16 KEJ

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

64,043 mi
Last recorded64,043 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN16 KEJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 64,043 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2026 64,043 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2025 50,608 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 2 Feb 2024 32,393 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2024 32,393 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 29,949 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2023 29,497 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2022 23,291 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 17,798 miles

covers fitted

Pass 17 Feb 2020 15,084 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 11,507 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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GN16 KEJ is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GN16 KEJ, 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 GN16 KEJ?

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What year was GN16 KEJ registered?

GN16 KEJ is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 April 2016.

Is GN16 KEJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN16 KEJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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