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LX53 GWD

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,491 mi
Last recorded58,491 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 GWD
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2019 58,491 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 56,022 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 51,818 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 47,286 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 47,286 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Nov 2015 44,540 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 3 Oct 2015 44,391 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nail in nearside rear tyre [ tyre side wall cracked]

Pass 26 Sep 2014 43,226 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Fail 26 Sep 2014 43,226 miles

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Oil leak

Fail 8 Oct 2013 42,360 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,360 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 41,000 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2012 41,000 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 27 Sep 2011 37,871 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 34,434 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 30,693 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2009 30,693 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Sep 2008 25,816 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Sep 2008 25,799 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 20,531 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2006 15,992 miles

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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LX53 GWD is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LX53 GWD, 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 LX53 GWD registered?

LX53 GWD is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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