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GX53 GNK

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

76,540 mi
Last recorded76,540 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 GNK
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2017 76,540 miles

Front disc inner faces rusty

Minor surface corrosion to suspension components

Offside front tyre deteriorated and has run flat damage visible

Pass 18 Jun 2016 75,032 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 72,816 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 73,537 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2014 70,494 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 15 Jun 2013 64,720 miles

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 15 Jun 2013 64,720 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 61,820 miles

front disc rusty

surface rust on brake pipes

Pass 20 Nov 2010 61,817 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 61,110 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 60,674 miles

both front tyres are perished & wearing thin

exhaust manifold is cracked

rear exhaust box is corroded

slight oil leak from intercooler

Fail 27 Oct 2008 60,674 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front tyres are perished & wearing thin

exhaust manifold is cracked

rear exhaust box is corroded

slight oil leak

slight oil leak from intercooler

Pass 15 Oct 2007 46,044 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 15 Oct 2007 46,043 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 24,353 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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GX53 GNK is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GX53 GNK, 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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GX53 GNK is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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