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KX56 VZV

2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

54,494 mi
Last recorded54,494 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour64,400 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX56 VZV
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 54,494 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2024 53,512 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 52,249 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 50,689 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2022 50,689 miles

Front Electronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels to the extent that the steering is adversely affected (2.6 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Aug 2021 49,714 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 48,599 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 46,839 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2019 46,839 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 44,741 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 42,065 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 40,158 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 38,113 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 35,406 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 32,081 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 28,924 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 25,347 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 21,755 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 15,101 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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KX56 VZV is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KX56 VZV, 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

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What year was KX56 VZV registered?

KX56 VZV is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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The MOT history for KX56 VZV shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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