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SF17 MEW

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

White Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,332 mi
Last recorded39,332 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart (mcc)
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSF17 MEW
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 39,332 miles

Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Sep 2024 35,151 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2023 30,020 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2022 19,295 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 14,165 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 11,975 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2020

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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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SF17 MEW is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in White with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 SF17 MEW, 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

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What year was SF17 MEW registered?

SF17 MEW is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 30 June 2017.

Is SF17 MEW safe to buy?

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