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XJ02 RAE

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

52,343 mi
Last recorded52,343 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJ02 RAE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 52,343 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2025 50,389 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2025 50,388 miles

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

Fail 14 Apr 2025 50,350 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 48,042 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 45,846 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 43,472 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2021 40,421 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 36,435 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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XJ02 RAE 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 XJ02 RAE, 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 XJ02 RAE?

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What year was XJ02 RAE registered?

XJ02 RAE is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 3 March 2017.

Is XJ02 RAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJ02 RAE 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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