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GV06 FYB

2006 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

48,247 mi
Last recorded48,247 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet45,692 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV06 FYB
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelFortwo Cabriolet
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 48,247 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 47,575 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2020 47,575 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 45,307 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 43,774 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 22 Mar 2018 43,768 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 42,319 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 39,834 miles

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

outer sill covers and under trays fitted obscuring prescribed areas and components

Fail 24 Jun 2016 39,834 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

outer sill covers and under trays fitted obscuring prescribed areas and components

Pass 24 Jun 2015 36,805 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 36,800 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 35,042 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 35,042 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs very corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2012 33,059 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 32,754 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 32,754 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet?

Based on 92,662 MOT tests across 5,808 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
3,216
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
5,808
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,333
coil spring broken 1,144
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 813
Stop lamp not working 780
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GV06 FYB is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2006 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.2% with a typical mileage of 45,692 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,333 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GV06 FYB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GV06 FYB registered?

GV06 FYB is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Fortwo Cabriolet, first registered on 26 April 2006.

Is GV06 FYB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV06 FYB shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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