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MX53 KYB

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,150 mi
Last recorded45,150 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 KYB
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2025 45,150 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 44,288 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2023 42,578 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2022 39,439 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 36,836 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 35,039 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2019 33,738 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 31,270 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 29,808 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 28,050 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 26,068 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2014 25,797 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 25,260 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 25,026 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 24,878 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 24,102 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 22,861 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 21,242 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 19,159 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 15,646 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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MX53 KYB is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MX53 KYB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX53 KYB registered?

MX53 KYB is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 29 September 2003.

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