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AE53 LLO

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2020
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

81,573 mi
Last recorded81,573 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE53 LLO
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2019 81,573 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 75,473 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 68,587 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 68,489 miles

under trays and engine covers fitted

Fail 1 Nov 2016 68,489 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

under trays and engine covers fitted

Pass 4 Jul 2015 65,220 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2015 65,218 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 29 Oct 2013 58,583 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 58,583 miles

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

Fail 10 Apr 2012 58,547 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 20 May 2011 55,669 miles

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Fail 20 May 2011 55,669 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 8 Sep 2010 53,377 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 53,377 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 46,513 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 39,465 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 23,863 miles

How Reliable is the Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 4,040 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,857
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Stop lamp not working 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Headlamp aim too low 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
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AE53 LLO is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 48,492 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 City Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AE53 LLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AE53 LLO registered?

AE53 LLO is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 28 October 2003.

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