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HY06 BXU

2006 Smart (mcc) Roadster

Yellow Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

103,477 mi
Last recorded103,477 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Roadster46,659 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY06 BXU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelRoadster
Year2006
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2017 103,477 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 83,160 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2016 83,160 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 76,347 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2015 76,347 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2014 68,648 miles

Both front stub axles are rusty

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Fail 17 Jun 2014 68,648 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Both front stub axles are rusty

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

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

Pass 30 May 2013 60,820 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 53,792 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 45,432 miles

front tyres perishing in tread

Pass 21 May 2010 36,885 miles
Fail 21 May 2010 36,885 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Jun 2009 28,400 miles

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Roadster?

Based on 33,271 MOT tests across 2,102 vehicles.

74.6%
Pass Rate
3,229
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
2,102
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 713
position lamp(s) not working 623
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 587
Stop lamp not working 538
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 515
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HY06 BXU is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Roadster in Yellow with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Smart (mcc) Roadster models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 46,659 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) Roadster fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 713 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY06 BXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was HY06 BXU registered?

HY06 BXU is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Roadster, first registered on 17 June 2006.

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