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WA53 PGV

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Black Petrol 1cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,523 mi
Last recorded47,523 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 PGV
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2015 47,523 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2015 47,523 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 49,613 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front disc liped

Pass 3 Dec 2013 44,963 miles

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

Fail 13 Nov 2013 44,954 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2012 42,445 miles

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

Fail 7 Nov 2012 42,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Pass 12 Apr 2010 37,543 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Apr 2010 37,535 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 8 Apr 2009 27,883 miles

plastic sill covers fitted

plastic under trays fitted

slight damage to nearside rear tyre side wall

small stone chips to windscreen

Pass 5 Dec 2007 18,435 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 12,029 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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WA53 PGV is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Black with a 1cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 Auto fails its MOT is headlamp aim too low, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WA53 PGV, 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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WA53 PGV is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 3 December 2003.

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