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SP53 DBO

2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,632 mi
Last recorded63,632 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto48,492 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 DBO
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pure 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2014 63,632 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 57,761 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2013 57,733 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 49,102 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 42,807 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 39,143 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 36,622 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 30,782 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 19,304 miles

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

advisory both front brake discs partially corroded on inner face

Pass 22 Aug 2006 11,530 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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SP53 DBO is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SP53 DBO, 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 SP53 DBO registered?

SP53 DBO is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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