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WA17 TXL

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

34,932 mi
Last recorded34,932 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA17 TXL
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 34,932 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 30,419 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jun 2025 30,418 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60/15 165/65 on front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 185/60./15 165/65 on front (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 26,350 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 21,813 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 21,119 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 19,479 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2021 16,222 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 14,506 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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WA17 TXL is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WA17 TXL, 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 WA17 TXL registered?

WA17 TXL is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 6 March 2017.

Is WA17 TXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA17 TXL shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WA17 TXL have outstanding finance?

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