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KE53 AKN

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

159,853 mi
Last recorded159,853 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2020
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE53 AKN
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2020 159,853 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 131,352 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2017 128,366 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 111,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Dec 2016 111,163 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 100,934 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Dec 2013 95,173 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 86,982 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 70,302 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 70,014 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Nov 2010 66,672 miles

both front tyre cracking badly

Fail 29 Oct 2009 61,005 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

windscreen damaged

Pass 29 Oct 2009 61,005 miles

windscreen damaged

Pass 31 Oct 2008 56,920 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 52,843 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 33,400 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate starting to tarnish

Fail 11 Nov 2006 33,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear number plate starting to tarnish

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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KE53 AKN 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 83.3%.

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 KE53 AKN, 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 KE53 AKN registered?

KE53 AKN is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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