MOT Status
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84,713 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
surface rust on some brake pipes.
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged rotor ring broken (3.4.2)
How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet?
Based on 41,914 MOT tests across 2,495 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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FV55 VYJ is a 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
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 performed better than the average for its year.
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 FV55 VYJ, 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
How do I check the history of FV55 VYJ?
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What year was FV55 VYJ registered?
FV55 VYJ is a 2006 Smart (mcc) City Cabriolet, first registered on 11 January 2006.
Is FV55 VYJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for FV55 VYJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does FV55 VYJ have outstanding finance?
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