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OY53 TXF

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

104,711 mi
Last recorded104,711 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOY53 TXF
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2019 104,711 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2019 104,794 miles

Rear Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Dec 2017 98,469 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

engine light is on

Pass 7 Dec 2016 90,955 miles

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Dec 2016 90,951 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working sides on (1.2.1b)

Offside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 14 Nov 2015 87,273 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2015 87,272 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2014 83,788 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2014 83,788 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2013 79,711 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 73,721 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 68,262 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 63,283 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2009 60,323 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 53,447 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 48,529 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Dec 2006 36,539 miles

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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OY53 TXF is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 OY53 TXF, 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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What year was OY53 TXF registered?

OY53 TXF is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 9 December 2003.

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