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LJ53 DJK

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

91,715 mi
Last recorded91,715 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 DJK
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 91,715 miles

rear exhaust is corroded/ leak

Fail 23 Jan 2018 91,715 miles

Front coil spring broken both (2.4.C.1a)

rear exhaust is corroded/ leak

Pass 1 Nov 2016 83,788 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 1 Nov 2016 83,788 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 May 2015 77,126 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 77,126 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 66,359 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 57,586 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2011 46,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2011 46,434 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 33,975 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 2 Jun 2009 25,119 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 19,785 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 May 2008 19,779 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Smart City Pulse 61 Auto?

Based on 1,649 MOT tests across 104 vehicles.

74.0%
Pass Rate
3,408
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
104
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp aim too low 44
Stop lamp not working 40
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 36
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 33
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LJ53 DJK is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 47,286 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Smart City Pulse 61 Auto fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 DJK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was LJ53 DJK registered?

LJ53 DJK is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 21 November 2003.

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