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FV55 RVJ

2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

161,678 mi
Last recorded161,678 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2012
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour64,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV55 RVJ
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2012 161,678 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2011 144,253 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Feb 2010 122,673 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Slight play in up and down movement in steering wheel

Wear on inner edge of o/s/f tyre

Pass 6 Feb 2009 95,820 miles

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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FV55 RVJ is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FV55 RVJ, 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

How do I check the history of FV55 RVJ?

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What year was FV55 RVJ registered?

FV55 RVJ is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 8 February 2006.

Is FV55 RVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV55 RVJ shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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