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HX53 ZXC

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

83,495 mi
Last recorded83,495 miles
Recorded on27 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 ZXC
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2017 83,495 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 May 2017 83,495 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2016 78,759 miles

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outer body sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Fail 17 Jun 2016 78,759 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

engine covers fitted

o/s and n/s outer body sill covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2015 74,600 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 68,556 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Jun 2014 68,556 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2013 63,847 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 58,750 miles

Centre Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 53,023 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 45,085 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 37,171 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,662 miles

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

n/s/r tyre has a nail in it

Pass 21 Jun 2007 16,844 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 8,642 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2006 8,642 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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HX53 ZXC is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HX53 ZXC, 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 HX53 ZXC registered?

HX53 ZXC is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 29 December 2003.

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