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SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A (2006)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

85%

Total Tests (2024)

40

Avg Mileage

69,168 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,390

Is the 2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the SMART brand average of 80%.

At 18 years old, 85% of SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED As from 2006 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 69,168 miles.

How does the 2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A compare?

Rank among all 2006 cars95th out of 575(top 17%)
Rank among all SMART models37th out of 123(top 30%)
vs national average+3% (82% avg)
vs 2006 cars average+12% (73% avg)
vs SMART average+5% (80% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A has 69,168 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 ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 698cc)
£955
🏛️Road Tax
£30
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,390
Per month£116/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 ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A

The 2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A is a city car with a 698cc petrol engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 17% of all 2006 cars for reliability.

With an average of 69,168 miles at 18 years old, SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A Fuel Costs

The modest 698cc 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 ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,390 (£116/month), broken down as £955 fuel, £30 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 85% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

Buying a Used 2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A

At 18 years old, the SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A 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. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 2006 SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A

The SMART ROADSTER BRABUS FIN-ED A is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol city cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: