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2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2020
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

95,612 mi
Last recorded95,612 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX53 NPG
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2019 95,612 miles

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

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

offside rear tyre starting to perish

Fail 25 Nov 2019 95,610 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged reluctor ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged reluctor ring (1.6 (e))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Long footbrake travel

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

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

offside rear tyre starting to perish

offside registration plate light dim

Pass 30 Nov 2018 93,493 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2018 93,493 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 92,452 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2017 89,292 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2017 89,290 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 85,859 miles

Front tyres both sides perishing badly

Fail 10 Aug 2016 85,859 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect both sides (1.8.A.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (8.2.2)

Front tyres both sides perishing badly

Nearside Rear tyre has a nail

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)

water leak at front

Pass 6 Aug 2015 82,290 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Aug 2015 82,290 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2014 77,315 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 74,438 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 56,748 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 38,166 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2010 29,201 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

NSF brake binding on slightly

NSF tyre pressure appears quite low

NSR brake drum backing plate appears damp. No leaks found at time of test

fuel cap sealing washer perishing

Pass 11 Dec 2009 26,277 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 26,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged

Pass 9 Dec 2008 23,890 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 22,464 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 19,809 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 19,809 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 4,040 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,857
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
270
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 133
Stop lamp not working 117
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 101
Headlamp aim too low 98
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 90
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NX53 NPG is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 48,492 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 Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying NX53 NPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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NX53 NPG is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 10 December 2003.

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