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SP53 FXC

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2016
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

41,656 mi
Last recorded41,656 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP53 FXC
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 41,656 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2014 36,818 miles

Oil leak

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

Fail 28 May 2014 36,817 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2013 34,584 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside handbrake cable swollen / corroded

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 18 Apr 2013 34,584 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Front brake discs corroded

Nearside handbrake cable swollen / corroded

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 34,460 miles

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

Corrosion showing on all brake pipes

Front brake discs rusty on inside

Front tyres worn close to legal limit on inner edges

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has several small splits on inner sidewall

o/s side repeater slightly discoloured

Pass 3 Apr 2012 34,460 miles

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

Corrosion showing on all brake pipes

Front brake discs rusty on inside

Front tyres worn close to legal limit on inner edges

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre has several small splits on inner sidewall

o/s side repeater slightly discoloured

Pass 22 Dec 2010 33,796 miles

2 x front tyres worn inner edges

Fail 21 Dec 2010 33,796 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

2 x front tyres worn inner edges

Pass 27 Nov 2009 30,169 miles

Nearside front brake disc slight corrosion

Slight noise from Nearside front wheel - possible wheel bearing

Washer jet spray quite poor

Fail 26 Nov 2009 30,169 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside front brake disc slight corrosion

Slight noise from Nearside front wheel - possible wheel bearing

Washer jet spray quite poor

Pass 12 Nov 2008 27,008 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2008 27,008 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Dec 2007 22,434 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2007 22,434 miles

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 18,276 miles

Handbrake lever loose

Fail 12 Dec 2006 18,276 miles

Handbrake lever loose

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto?

Based on 4,569 MOT tests across 280 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
3,652
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
280
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 148
Stop lamp not working 132
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 117
Headlamp aim too low 112
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 97
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SP53 FXC is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 53,196 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 Pulse 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 148 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP53 FXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP53 FXC registered?

SP53 FXC is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is SP53 FXC safe to buy?

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