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BU53 UZW

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

72,017 mi
Last recorded72,017 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2013
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 UZW
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 1 Mar 2013 72,017 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 1 Mar 2013 72,017 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 13 Feb 2012 69,540 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 69,009 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 65,930 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 65,930 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 60,465 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 53,610 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 45,844 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2006 35,755 miles

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

Based on 4,569 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,652
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 148
Stop lamp not working 132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 117
Headlamp aim too low 112
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 97
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BU53 UZW is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 53,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 UZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was BU53 UZW registered?

BU53 UZW is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 23 October 2003.

Is BU53 UZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 UZW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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