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KX53 UWJ

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

85,937 mi
Last recorded85,937 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX53 UWJ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2019 85,937 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2016 80,946 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 79,294 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 77,036 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 75,224 miles

front brake discs corroded

Fail 27 Feb 2014 75,224 miles

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

front brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Nov 2012 73,896 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 67,719 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2011 67,719 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2010 62,762 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 56,872 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2008 45,714 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 39,270 miles

O/S/F seatbelt twisted.

Rear tyres low.

Fail 10 Jan 2007 39,270 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

O/S/F seatbelt twisted.

Rear tyres getting low.

How Reliable is the Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 4,040 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,857
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Stop lamp not working 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Headlamp aim too low 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
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KX53 UWJ is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 48,492 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KX53 UWJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KX53 UWJ registered?

KX53 UWJ is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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