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GN53 RYM

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

80,560 mi
Last recorded80,560 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2022
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN53 RYM
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2022 80,560 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 77,231 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 71,843 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 68,089 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2019 68,089 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 63,634 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 59,149 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 50,940 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 46,710 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 46,710 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 44,252 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2013 40,738 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2012 35,899 miles

Oil leak

Pass 18 Feb 2011 30,252 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 24,080 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 17,386 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 13,510 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2007 13,510 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 10,840 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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GN53 RYM is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 GN53 RYM, 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 GN53 RYM registered?

GN53 RYM is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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