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PO53 JWX

2004 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

55,045 mi
Last recorded55,045 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a59,571 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO53 JWX
MakeSmart
ModelFortwo Pulse 61 S-a
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2019 55,045 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 50,958 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 17 Sep 2016 47,970 miles

Sill covers and under trays fitted

Pass 16 Sep 2015 42,405 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 39,633 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 38,040 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 37,496 miles

light rust front brake discs

Pass 18 Feb 2012 36,629 miles

Both front tyres perished and cracking

Pass 3 Feb 2011 34,107 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 31,476 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 30,307 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 26,982 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 18,281 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2007 18,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

How Reliable is the Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a?

Based on 1,743 MOT tests across 107 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
3,378
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
107
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 38
Headlamp aim too low 38
position lamp(s) not working 24
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 22
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PO53 JWX is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2004 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 59,571 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 38 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PO53 JWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PO53 JWX registered?

PO53 JWX is a 2004 Smart Fortwo Pulse 61 S-a, first registered on 25 February 2004.

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The MOT history for PO53 JWX shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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