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B3 NCA

2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto

Black Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

83,140 mi
Last recorded83,140 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto52,542 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 NCA
MakeMcc
ModelSmart Pulse Semi-auto
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 83,140 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2024 81,864 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2023 78,583 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Jul 2023 78,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Jul 2013 75,372 miles

nearside side repeater slightly loose

offside and nearside front tyres worn low on insides

Pass 6 Aug 2012 70,841 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 70,453 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all 4 tyres starting to wear on the inner edges

front windows have been tinted. this may possibly fail a road side inspection.

Pass 7 Jul 2010 68,932 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 62,901 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 62,901 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 May 2008 55,356 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 43,719 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 36,089 miles

How Reliable is the Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto?

Based on 2,802 MOT tests across 273 vehicles.

70.2%
Pass Rate
4,124
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
273
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 176
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 116
Direction indicator incorrect colour 94
coil spring incomplete 88
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 82
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B3 NCA is a 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto in Black with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 52,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 176 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B3 NCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B3 NCA registered?

B3 NCA is a 2001 Mcc Smart Pulse Semi-auto, first registered on 20 June 2001.

Is B3 NCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 NCA shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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