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OV56 KLU

2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour

Black Diesel 1493cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2023
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

112,037 mi
Last recorded112,037 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2022
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour64,400 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 KLU
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelForfour
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,493cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2022 112,037 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2022 112,035 miles

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened BOTH SIDE (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDE (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2021 108,173 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2021 108,173 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 105,906 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 105,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2019 98,269 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 88,185 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2018 88,815 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 May 2017 83,565 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 81,531 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 80,195 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2013 72,044 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 64,409 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Aug 2011 54,216 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 44,402 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 33,578 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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OV56 KLU is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour in Black with a 1,493cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 OV56 KLU, 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 OV56 KLU registered?

OV56 KLU is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Forfour, first registered on 28 September 2006.

Is OV56 KLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 KLU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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