CarVerify

Free Car Check

ML06 XZY

2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto

Blue Petrol 698cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,026 mi
Last recorded84,026 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2021
Typical for 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto53,385 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Smart
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationML06 XZY
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
View full Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto reliability data

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2021 84,026 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Jun 2019 69,511 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 65,191 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged (dent) (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2018 65,191 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged (dent) (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 55,603 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 46,247 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front door stiff to open

Offside Front poor beam pattern

Fail 23 Feb 2016 46,226 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front door stiff to open

Offside Front poor beam pattern

Fail 24 Feb 2015 43,101 miles

O/ SIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Feb 2015 43,101 miles

O/ SIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

Pass 17 Feb 2014 36,405 miles

Both rear tyres cracking on edges

Pass 16 Feb 2013 29,907 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 21,908 miles

both front tyres perished

both rear tyres starting to perish

front wipers smearing

osf tyre worn to 2mm on very inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2011 15,923 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 13,102 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2009 11,072 miles

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
Full Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

ML06 XZY is a 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ML06 XZY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ML06 XZY?

You can check the full history of ML06 XZY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was ML06 XZY registered?

ML06 XZY is a 2006 Smart Fortwo Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 2 May 2006.

Is ML06 XZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML06 XZY shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ML06 XZY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on ML06 XZY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.