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BU56 AMO

2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Oct 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,202 mi
Last recorded59,202 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd)53,487 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU56 AMO
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster 80 Auto(rhd)
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 59,202 miles

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

Pass 4 Oct 2024 58,906 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Oct 2024 58,906 miles

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

Nearside Direction indicator incorrect colour side (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Direction indicator incorrect colour side (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2023 58,073 miles

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

Fuel Cap Sealing Ring Cracked

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Slight Play Top Mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2021 57,774 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2021 57,774 miles

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

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 57,467 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2018 54,155 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2018 54,155 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Feb 2017 51,056 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2017 51,056 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 48,003 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2016 48,003 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

oil leak

Pass 17 Jun 2015 45,989 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 40,713 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 25 Jun 2014 40,713 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2010 37,030 miles

both rear tyres just on the legal limit at time of test borderline pass

Pass 22 Oct 2009 30,887 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

steering slightly noisey

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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BU56 AMO is a 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd) in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BU56 AMO, 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 BU56 AMO registered?

BU56 AMO is a 2006 Smart Roadster 80 Auto(rhd), first registered on 29 September 2006.

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