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RX53 JAO

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Red Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

54,162 mi
Last recorded54,162 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 JAO
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 54,162 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 53,695 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Aug 2024 53,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 53,635 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 53,322 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 53,248 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 52,775 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 52,096 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 50,329 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 47,759 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 44,347 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 41,494 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 39,077 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2011 37,268 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jan 2011 37,268 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2010 35,404 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 35,404 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2009 31,335 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2009 31,335 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2008 28,329 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 15,886 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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RX53 JAO is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Red with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 RX53 JAO, 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 RX53 JAO registered?

RX53 JAO is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RX53 JAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX53 JAO shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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