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EJ56 ABN

2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

70,099 mi
Last recorded70,099 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2018
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet44,388 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ56 ABN
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCity Cabriolet
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2018 70,099 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 68,740 miles

under trays fitted

Fail 21 Jan 2017 68,740 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

under trays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2016 61,552 miles

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

slight wear in o/s steering rack arm

Pass 3 Feb 2015 48,891 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 39,280 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2014 39,074 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Feb 2013 30,054 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2013 30,050 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 26,150 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2012 26,150 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 29 Mar 2011 22,170 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 22,170 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 18,952 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?

Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
3,241
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,495
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,262
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,250
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 770
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 746
Headlamp aim too low 706
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EJ56 ABN is a 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 44,388 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) City Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,262 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EJ56 ABN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EJ56 ABN registered?

EJ56 ABN is a 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 9 November 2006.

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