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HD16 JFY

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Grey Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jun 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

26,947 mi
Last recorded26,947 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD16 JFY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 26,947 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 25,836 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 May 2024 24,821 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 23,666 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2023 23,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WEARING ON EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2023 23,219 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 21,765 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 21,416 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 18,341 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 9,435 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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HD16 JFY is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Grey with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HD16 JFY, 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 HD16 JFY registered?

HD16 JFY is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 9 May 2016.

Is HD16 JFY safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD16 JFY shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HD16 JFY have outstanding finance?

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