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SMART FORFOUR PURE (2006)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 115 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

70%

Total Tests (2024)

115

Avg Mileage

94,141 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,540

Is the 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE reliable?

Average reliability. Expect some repairs as it ages. That's 12 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the SMART brand average of 80%.

At 18 years old, 70% of SMART FORFOUR PUREs from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 115 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 94,141 miles.

How does the 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE compare?

Rank among all 2006 cars427th out of 575(top 74%)
Rank among all SMART models110th out of 123(top 89%)
vs national average-12% (82% avg)
vs 2006 cars average-3% (73% avg)
vs SMART average-10% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE has 94,141 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 133,200 miles for a 18-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1124cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£500
Total per year£1,540
Per month£128/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

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About the 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE

The 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE is a city car with a 1124cc petrol engine. 115 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 2006, the average MOT pass rate is 73%, and this model falls short of that benchmark.

With an average of 94,141 miles at 18 years old, SMART FORFOUR PURE owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE Fuel Costs

The modest 1124cc petrol engine keeps fuel costs low, which is a real advantage for a city car. Expect around 50 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £955 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,540 (£128/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £500 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 70% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE

At 18 years old, the SMART FORFOUR PURE is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age.

Alternatives to the 2006 SMART FORFOUR PURE

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: