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BU06 ZXP

2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

33,163 mi
Last recorded33,163 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet42,205 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU06 ZXP
MakeSmart (mcc)
ModelCabriolet
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 33,163 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2026 33,163 miles

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

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Mar 2025 31,995 miles

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

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 30,505 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2023 28,824 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2023 28,824 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 27,012 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 25,499 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2021 25,489 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2020 24,795 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 23,415 miles

Nearside and offside front tyres badly cracked

Pass 6 Mar 2018 22,032 miles

Both front tyres age cracked.

Pass 6 Mar 2017 20,564 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 19,033 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 17,452 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 17,136 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2014 13,665 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 11,007 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2013 11,007 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 7,185 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 5,400 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 3,768 miles

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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BU06 ZXP is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BU06 ZXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU06 ZXP registered?

BU06 ZXP is a 2006 Smart (mcc) Cabriolet, first registered on 9 March 2006.

Is BU06 ZXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU06 ZXP 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.

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