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HF16 EBO

2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,185 mi
Last recorded47,185 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour32,362 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF16 EBO
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 47,185 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 45,377 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 43,501 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres getting low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

covers and under trays fitted obscuring components

Pass 7 Mar 2023 36,668 miles

covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

Pass 8 Mar 2022 33,667 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 29,760 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 27,903 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2020 27,898 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2019 23,422 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 23,422 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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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HF16 EBO is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White 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 HF16 EBO, 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 HF16 EBO?

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What year was HF16 EBO registered?

HF16 EBO is a 2016 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is HF16 EBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF16 EBO shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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