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FY56 FMM

2006 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a

Black Other 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,065 mi
Last recorded86,065 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a49,646 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY56 FMM
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 61 S-a
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeOther
Engine698cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 86,065 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 86,023 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2025 85,994 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2025 85,764 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2025 85,667 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 81,973 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 79,892 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2022 79,835 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 76,773 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2021 76,707 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 72,711 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 65,987 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2018 65,951 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 59,457 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a?

Based on 1,743 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
3,378
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 38
Headlamp aim too low 38
position lamp(s) not working 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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FY56 FMM is a 2006 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a in Black with a 698cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2006 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.7% with a typical mileage of 49,646 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 Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FY56 FMM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY56 FMM?

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What year was FY56 FMM registered?

FY56 FMM is a 2006 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a, first registered on 27 September 2006.

Is FY56 FMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY56 FMM shows 14 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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