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FG06 XJH

2006 Smart Forfour Pure

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

70,101 mi
Last recorded70,101 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 2006 Smart Forfour Pure63,464 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG06 XJH
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pure
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 70,101 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 4 Mar 2020 70,099 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 68,431 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater not working mirror repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 56,542 miles

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2019 56,489 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2018 53,121 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Jan 2018 53,121 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 27 Jan 2017 48,758 miles

Front brake pads appear to be wearing low

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 44,714 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 41,087 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 37,869 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 34,329 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 30,079 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 24,473 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 19,877 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 15,558 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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FG06 XJH is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pure in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG06 XJH, 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 FG06 XJH registered?

FG06 XJH is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pure, first registered on 29 April 2006.

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