CarVerify

Free Car Check

AO56 VJE

2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

46,577 mi
Last recorded46,577 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto45,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Smart
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO56 VJE
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2025 46,577 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 2 Dec 2025 46,577 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 22 Nov 2024 44,828 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 20 Nov 2024 44,089 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Nov 2023 43,305 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2022 41,902 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Nov 2021 38,506 miles

Suspension parts getting rusty in places

Pass 17 Nov 2020 38,358 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 38,193 miles

O/S/R TYRE STARAING TO SPLIT

SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY

Pass 12 Apr 2018 38,032 miles

SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Pass 14 Mar 2017 38,005 miles

SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Fail 14 Mar 2017 38,004 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Pass 9 Apr 2016 37,910 miles

1/ SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Fail 8 Apr 2016 37,910 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

1/ SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

Pass 24 Mar 2015 37,104 miles

1/ SUSPENSION PARTS GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES 2/ O/S/R TYRE STARTING TO CRACK

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2014 37,097 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 36,723 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2013 36,723 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 35,500 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2012

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 18,657 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 15,945 miles

How Reliable is the Smart City Passion 61 Auto?

Based on 27,463 MOT tests across 1,649 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
3,301
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
1,649
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 681
Stop lamp not working 641
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 436
Headlamp aim too low 432
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 411
Full Smart City Passion 61 Auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AO56 VJE is a 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 45,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Passion 61 Auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 681 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO56 VJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Passion 61 Auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Smart City Passion 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AO56 VJE?

You can check the full history of AO56 VJE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AO56 VJE registered?

AO56 VJE is a 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 24 October 2006.

Is AO56 VJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO56 VJE shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AO56 VJE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AO56 VJE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.