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BF56 VRE

2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

54,613 mi
Last recorded54,613 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)53,487 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF56 VRE
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2023 54,613 miles

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

Fail 25 Sep 2023 54,613 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 54,120 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2022 54,120 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2021 52,672 miles

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess rear engine front engine mounting worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

under bonnet , rear engine and under body protective shields fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Fail 2 Jul 2021 52,672 miles

Front Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Engine mounting damaged but not to excess rear engine front engine mounting worn (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

under bonnet , rear engine and under body protective shields fitted obscuring some components from inspection

Pass 1 Jul 2020 51,126 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 50,998 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2019 50,998 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2018 50,764 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

front brake hoses perished slightly

slight play n/s/f suspension joints

Fail 5 Jun 2018 50,764 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

slight play n/s/f suspension joints

Pass 5 Jun 2017 50,165 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 50,155 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 31 May 2016 46,291 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 39,829 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 31,327 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 31,327 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Pass 28 May 2013 23,129 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 May 2012 17,571 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 14,723 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 14,490 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 14,490 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 11,661 miles

Air bag light faulty

Pass 1 Jun 2009 10,474 miles
Fail 29 May 2009 10,474 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper control missing (8.2.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)?

Based on 44,118 MOT tests across 2,659 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,707
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,659
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 986
position lamp(s) not working 848
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 827
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 800
Stop lamp not working 785
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BF56 VRE is a 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

Across all 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 53,487 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 Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 986 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF56 VRE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BF56 VRE registered?

BF56 VRE is a 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 7 September 2006.

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