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YR06 TXP

2006 Smart Forfour Pure

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,479 mi
Last recorded87,479 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2006 Smart Forfour Pure63,464 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR06 TXP
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Pure
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 87,479 miles

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 82,040 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 82,040 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions unable to be completed no oil in engine (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front track rod heavy corrosion

Offside Front track rod heavy corrosion

Fail 29 Apr 2025 81,987 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits .84 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits 228 (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt loose (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front inner rack arm has slight play

both front shockers corroding

both headlight lenses deteriorated

underbody corrosion

Pass 29 Apr 2024 80,528 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

hand brake lever push button missing

Pass 4 May 2023 78,779 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres cracking

Fail 28 Apr 2023 78,746 miles

Exhaust system insecure rear bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear tyres cracking

Pass 20 Apr 2022 76,707 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both rear axle bushes wearing

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 13 Apr 2021 72,907 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both rear inner sills corroding

both rear tyres cracking in tread

Pass 30 Apr 2020 70,948 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 70,948 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 67,047 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 61,960 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 56,401 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 49,078 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2015 45,438 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 42,721 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 38,492 miles

rear tyres cracking

slight play in ns and osf linkrods

Pass 2 Apr 2012 33,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 27,371 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 22,539 miles

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

Pass 9 Apr 2009 17,458 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Pure?

Based on 4,263 MOT tests across 275 vehicles.

73.3%
Pass Rate
5,477
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
275
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 151
Registration plate lamp not working 124
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 116
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 66
position lamp(s) not working 65
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YR06 TXP is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pure in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Smart Forfour Pure models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 63,464 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Pure fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 151 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YR06 TXP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Pure typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Forfour Pure is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YR06 TXP registered?

YR06 TXP is a 2006 Smart Forfour Pure, first registered on 27 April 2006.

Is YR06 TXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR06 TXP shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does YR06 TXP have outstanding finance?

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