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M4 XSC

1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe

Yellow Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

54,984 mi
Last recorded54,984 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe90,631 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM4 XSC
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Coupe
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 54,984 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2024 53,101 miles

steering stiff to turn

Pass 16 Nov 2023 51,088 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 49,463 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 47,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 46,638 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Nov 2020 46,638 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2019 44,803 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 24 Nov 2018 42,835 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2017 40,991 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 38,344 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 34,683 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2014 32,236 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 29,486 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 27,281 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 24,024 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 21,389 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 18,512 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 16,067 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 14,116 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Coupe?

Based on 282,294 MOT tests across 17,380 vehicles.

71.5%
Pass Rate
3,273
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
17,380
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 9,153
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,215
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 5,697
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,268
Headlamp aim too low 5,252
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M4 XSC is a 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe in Yellow with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 90,631 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) City Coupe fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 9,153 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M4 XSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Coupe typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 28 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Coupe is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M4 XSC registered?

M4 XSC is a 1998 Smart (mcc) City Coupe, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is M4 XSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for M4 XSC shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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