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BX55 VWP

2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Petrol 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

52,610 mi
Last recorded52,610 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour64,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBX55 VWP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 52,610 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2011 52,471 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 37,733 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 27,960 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2009 27,960 miles

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

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Forfour?

Based on 256,394 MOT tests across 26,709 vehicles.

78.9%
Pass Rate
4,633
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
26,709
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,304
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,283
Registration plate lamp not working 2,059
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,676
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BX55 VWP is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.3% with a typical mileage of 64,400 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 (mcc) Forfour fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 2,304 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BX55 VWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Forfour typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Smart (mcc) Forfour is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BX55 VWP registered?

BX55 VWP is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 23 February 2006.

Is BX55 VWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BX55 VWP shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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