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RE17 ZLZ

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

19,351 mi
Last recorded19,351 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE17 ZLZ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 19,351 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 18,515 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 17,920 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 17,914 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2023 17,578 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2023 16,362 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 16,362 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 14,760 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 13,842 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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RE17 ZLZ is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 29,279 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 RE17 ZLZ, 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 9 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 RE17 ZLZ?

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What year was RE17 ZLZ registered?

RE17 ZLZ is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 August 2017.

Is RE17 ZLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE17 ZLZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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