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BL55 ZPE

2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Pink Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

38,899 mi
Last recorded38,899 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet42,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL55 ZPE
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2006
ColourPink
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2017 38,899 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 38,345 miles
Fail 5 May 2016 38,345 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2015 37,022 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Mar 2015 37,022 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2013 36,015 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 36,006 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Rear registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Both front tyres worn close to legal limit (145/65R15 72T)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 33,831 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2011 33,456 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 33,448 miles

Front registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 28,428 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 26,216 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

front tyres perished

Pass 8 Apr 2009 26,216 miles

front tyres perished

How Reliable is the Smart (mcc) Cabriolet?

Based on 38,203 MOT tests across 2,410 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
3,323
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
2,410
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 1,073
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,072
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 667
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 650
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 640
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BL55 ZPE is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Pink with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 42,205 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) Cabriolet fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 1,073 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BL55 ZPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart (mcc) Cabriolet typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Smart (mcc) Cabriolet is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BL55 ZPE registered?

BL55 ZPE is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 2 February 2006.

Is BL55 ZPE safe to buy?

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