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BG06 NWH

2006 Smart Forfour Pure

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

84,818 mi
Last recorded84,818 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart Forfour Pure63,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG06 NWH
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pure
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2025 84,818 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Dec 2025 84,818 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 26 Nov 2024 84,364 miles

front headlamps

Fail 26 Nov 2024 84,364 miles

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

front headlamps

Pass 13 Sep 2023 80,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (both side) (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (slightly bend damage) (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 78,077 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2022 78,071 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2021 75,897 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2019 72,154 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2019 72,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2018 65,411 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2018 65,411 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Dec 2017 60,106 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 54,601 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2016 54,601 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 8 Jan 2015 52,028 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 48,589 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2014 48,589 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 31 Jan 2013

FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN.

Pass 31 Jan 2012 39,285 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2010 30,825 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 23,676 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 9,933 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Pure?

Based on 4,263 MOT tests across 275 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
5,477
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
275
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151
Registration plate lamp not working 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
position lamp(s) not working 65
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BG06 NWH is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pure in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2006 Smart Forfour Pure models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 63,464 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 Forfour Pure fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG06 NWH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Pure typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Forfour Pure is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG06 NWH registered?

BG06 NWH is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pure, first registered on 27 June 2006.

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