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LK54 BYO

2005 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,729 mi
Last recorded54,729 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2018
Typical for 2005 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto49,488 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK54 BYO
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2018 54,729 miles

Gearbox mounting defective ()

General rusting to front and rear hub and suspension components

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rusting (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rusting (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rusting (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 27 Nov 2017 53,057 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 51,605 miles

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers.

2. Plastic covers fitted to undersides of vehicle.

Pass 5 Nov 2015 49,869 miles

plastic sill covers fitted at time of test

Pass 4 Nov 2014 47,793 miles

As per failure.

Fail 4 Nov 2014 47,791 miles

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

1. Unable to inspect outer sills fully due to plastic sill covers. 2. Nearside front tyre wearing low on outside edge. 3. Offside front tyre wearing low on inside edge.

Pass 4 Nov 2013 45,911 miles

1. Underbody covers fitted at time of test. 2. Cut in offside front tyre, not to cords at time of test. 3. Front brake discs becoming pitted.

Fail 4 Nov 2013 45,908 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

1. Underbody covers fitted at time of test. 2. Cut in offside front tyre, not to cords at time of test. 3. Front brake discs becoming pitted.

Pass 6 Nov 2012 44,285 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 34,133 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 Nov 2011 34,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Nov 2010 25,077 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 22,891 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 18,688 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 18,688 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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LK54 BYO is a 2005 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 49,488 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 LK54 BYO, 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 21 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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LK54 BYO is a 2005 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 17 February 2005.

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