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BG56 XVU

2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

13,586 mi
Last recorded13,586 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto45,388 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG56 XVU
MakeSmart
ModelCity Passion 61 Auto
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 13,586 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

surface corrosion to the underbody

Pass 1 Oct 2024 12,277 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2024 12,277 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2023 11,211 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 11,056 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 9,866 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 7,827 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 7,768 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 7,558 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2014 7,323 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 6,972 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 6,755 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 6,253 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2011 6,253 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 5,270 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 4,386 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
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BG56 XVU is a 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BG56 XVU, 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

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What year was BG56 XVU registered?

BG56 XVU is a 2006 Smart City Passion 61 Auto, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is BG56 XVU safe to buy?

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