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CA03 RFY

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,745 mi
Last recorded69,745 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA03 RFY
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2019 69,745 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 14 Aug 2018 66,798 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Fail 31 Jul 2018 66,795 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 65,214 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both sides (1.7.5a)

Fail 22 Jul 2017 65,197 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jun 2016 62,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o.s wiper worn

Fail 29 Jun 2016 62,417 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

o.s wiper worn

Fail 24 Jun 2016 62,376 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 60,261 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 59,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 12 Apr 2014 59,890 miles

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

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)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 53,913 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 52,871 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Nov 2010 52,871 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 51,029 miles

Front Brake Pads Quite Low.

Inner Braking Surfaces Of Front Brake Discs Quite Worn And Corroded

Squeeling Noise From Rear Brakes When Operated

Pass 9 Dec 2008 44,522 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 37,697 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 30,475 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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CA03 RFY is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CA03 RFY, 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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CA03 RFY is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 16 July 2003.

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