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MD55 SKZ

2006 Smart Forfour Black Edition

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

83,409 mi
Last recorded83,409 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Smart Forfour Black Edition60,055 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD55 SKZ
MakeSmart
ModelForfour Black Edition
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2025 83,409 miles

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2024 81,984 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2023 80,380 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened and o/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and o/s/f (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front head light slight loose

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 3 Dec 2022 78,216 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2021 77,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 8 Dec 2021 77,026 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Dec 2020 75,653 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2020 75,653 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2019 75,023 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2018 74,014 miles

ADVISE O/S/F TYRE GETTING LOW ON TREAD

Fail 15 Dec 2018 74,014 miles

ADVISE O/S/F TYRE GETTING LOW ON TREAD

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2017 72,344 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 69,855 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 8 Dec 2016 69,855 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2015 65,359 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2014 59,876 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 15 Dec 2014 59,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 Nov 2013 51,251 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2012 46,841 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2012 46,841 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 42,695 miles

objects removed from the inside mirror at time of test,obstructing drivers veiw of the road.

Pass 5 Jun 2010 35,954 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2010 35,954 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

rear pads are on the limit

Pass 2 Jul 2009 30,077 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 27,964 miles

How Reliable is the Smart Forfour Black Edition?

Based on 4,486 MOT tests across 285 vehicles.

72.3%
Pass Rate
5,592
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
285
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 146
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 139
Registration plate lamp not working 132
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 104
position lamp(s) not working 83
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MD55 SKZ is a 2006 Smart Forfour Black Edition in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2006 Smart Forfour Black Edition models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.4% with a typical mileage of 60,055 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Forfour Black Edition fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 146 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MD55 SKZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Forfour Black Edition typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Smart Forfour Black Edition is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MD55 SKZ registered?

MD55 SKZ is a 2006 Smart Forfour Black Edition, first registered on 27 January 2006.

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