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S220 JLY

1998 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,737 mi
Last recorded48,737 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2017
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS220 JLY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2017 48,737 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 46,752 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 44,230 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 42,539 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2013 40,681 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 40,681 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 6 Jun 2012 39,350 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 39,350 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 34,427 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 30,934 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 26,468 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 23,298 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2007 20,847 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 18,180 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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S220 JLY is a 1998 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S220 JLY, 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 28 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S220 JLY?

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What year was S220 JLY registered?

S220 JLY is a 1998 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S220 JLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S220 JLY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S220 JLY have outstanding finance?

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