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RH02 SEA

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Silver Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,322 mi
Last recorded46,322 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRH02 SEA
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 46,322 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 46,322 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced axle (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2017 45,166 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 44,665 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2016 41,440 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 36,526 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,476 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 33,476 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 23 Jul 2013 20,211 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2013 20,211 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

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

Pass 4 Oct 2011 11,571 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 11,007 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 9,210 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 7,400 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 7,400 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 5,128 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 3,084 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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RH02 SEA is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Silver with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 47,286 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 RH02 SEA, 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 23 years old, this Smart City Pulse 61 Auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RH02 SEA registered?

RH02 SEA is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is RH02 SEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RH02 SEA shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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