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GP06 VFZ

2006 Smart Roadster Finale Edition A

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,176 mi
Last recorded20,176 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2022
Typical for 2006 Smart Roadster Finale Edition A56,450 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP06 VFZ
MakeSmart
ModelRoadster Finale Edition A
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2022 20,176 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Hazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened link rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2022 20,176 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Passenger's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

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

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened link rod (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing +nearside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2021 19,856 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

nearside front anti roll bar link rod slightly bent over from joint

Pass 13 Jul 2020 19,453 miles

Nearside Front tyre perishing

Pass 8 Jul 2019 19,130 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 18,992 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 18,692 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 18,252 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 18,251 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 18,091 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 18,091 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2014 17,873 miles

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

Fail 7 Jul 2014 17,873 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Jul 2013 17,459 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 17,459 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 9 Jul 2012 16,384 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 16,384 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 15,567 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 14,138 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 11,971 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 11,971 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

How Reliable is the Smart Roadster Finale Edition A?

Based on 2,080 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

76.1%
Pass Rate
2,861
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31
Registration plate lamp not working 30
position lamp(s) not working 24
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GP06 VFZ is a 2006 Smart Roadster Finale Edition A in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Smart Roadster Finale Edition A models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 56,450 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 Roadster Finale Edition A fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 36 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP06 VFZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Roadster Finale Edition A typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Roadster Finale Edition A is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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GP06 VFZ is a 2006 Smart Roadster Finale Edition A, first registered on 13 July 2006.

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