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FP56 VFR

2006 Smart Forfour Brabus

Silver Petrol 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

112,604 mi
Last recorded112,604 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart Forfour Brabus63,538 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 VFR
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Brabus
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2025 112,604 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 108,588 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2024 108,565 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 105,214 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2022 98,783 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2021 95,760 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 93,780 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 89,880 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 85,554 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 79,980 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 78,267 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 (4.1.E.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Sep 2014 71,422 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 61,451 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 61,451 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 56,922 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 42,869 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 40,221 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jun 2010 40,221 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Brabus?

Based on 4,685 MOT tests across 263 vehicles.

75.3%
Pass Rate
4,228
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
263
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 77
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 62
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 62
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 53
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 43
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FP56 VFR is a 2006 Smart Forfour Brabus in Silver with a 1,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Smart Forfour Brabus models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 63,538 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Brabus fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 77 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FP56 VFR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Brabus typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Forfour Brabus is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FP56 VFR?

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What year was FP56 VFR registered?

FP56 VFR is a 2006 Smart Forfour Brabus, first registered on 17 November 2006.

Is FP56 VFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP56 VFR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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