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SG17 RJS

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,130 mi
Last recorded33,130 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2026
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG17 RJS
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2026 33,130 miles

Undertray fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Aug 2026 33,130 miles

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

Undertray fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2025 31,782 miles

Undertray fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Jun 2025 31,782 miles

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

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

Undertray fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 28,666 miles

Undertray fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 24,460 miles

Undertray fitted

Pass 29 Jun 2022 21,007 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 19,964 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2021 18,706 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2020 14,753 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 14,726 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 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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SG17 RJS is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SG17 RJS, 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 SG17 RJS registered?

SG17 RJS is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 July 2017.

Is SG17 RJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG17 RJS shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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