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NK53 HGZ

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,389 mi
Last recorded69,389 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2024
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto49,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK53 HGZ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2024 69,389 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2024 69,387 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 64,620 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded NSF, OSF, NSR and OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF and OSF (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF, OSF Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 64,620 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR and OSR Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded NSF, OSF, NSR and OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output NSF and OSF (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF, OSF Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 61,963 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2021 61,819 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2021 61,818 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 61,172 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 60,561 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 59,711 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 58,676 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 51,578 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2014 43,915 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2014 43,915 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 39,221 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 33,364 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 28,612 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 25,400 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 22,476 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Aug 2008 17,721 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 595 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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NK53 HGZ is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 49,366 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 NK53 HGZ, 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 22 years old, this Smart City Pulse 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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NK53 HGZ is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 27 January 2004.

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