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FX55 RXJ

2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

103,292 mi
Last recorded103,292 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto53,385 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX55 RXJ
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2021 103,292 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 3 Aug 2020 98,309 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2019 94,555 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018
Pass 24 Feb 2017 85,521 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2016 81,186 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 81,178 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Feb 2015 79,258 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 77,935 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Mar 2013 73,818 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2012 69,195 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front brake flexi perished

offside windscreen washers poor

Pass 14 Feb 2012 69,195 miles

nearside front brake flexi perished

offside windscreen washers poor

Pass 15 Feb 2011 58,426 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 15 Feb 2011 58,426 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2010 50,145 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

nearside rear drive shaft seal leaking

Pass 15 Jan 2009 39,807 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 39,556 miles

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 2,269 MOT tests across 154 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
3,520
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
154
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 82
Stop lamp not working 78
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 52
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 47
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 45
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FX55 RXJ is a 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 53,385 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 82 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX55 RXJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX55 RXJ registered?

FX55 RXJ is a 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 4 January 2006.

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