2006 Smart Forfour Coolstyle 1.1L Petrol · J16 BLS
2006 Smart Forfour Coolstyle (1.1L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2006. Recorded mileage 114,158 miles. MOT expired on 12 Apr 2025.
- Make & Model
- SMART FORFOUR COOLSTYLE
- Year / Origin
- 2006
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 114,158 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J16 BLS Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2024
- 114,158 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
J16 BLS MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Smart Forfour Coolstyle (J16 BLS) between May 2022 and April 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 April 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”.
J16 BLS Mileage History
- 25/05/202292,405 mi
- 27/05/202292,410 mi+5 mi
- 12/04/202395,876 mi+3,466 mi
- 14/04/202395,880 mi+4 mi
- 11/04/2024114,158 mi+18,278 mi
Average of roughly 11,567 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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