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Y31 NCY

2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 898cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

15,263 mi
Last recorded15,263 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour29,279 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY31 NCY
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine898cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 15,263 miles

Steering system slightly rough noise (2.1.1 (a))

Fail 26 Aug 2025 15,263 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering system slightly rough noise (2.1.1 (a))

tpms light on

Pass 20 Dec 2021 9,769 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 8,854 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2021 8,854 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 8,793 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 May 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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Y31 NCY is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 898cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y31 NCY, 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 Y31 NCY?

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What year was Y31 NCY registered?

Y31 NCY is a 2017 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 31 May 2017.

Is Y31 NCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y31 NCY shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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