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YL04 VGT

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

76,854 mi
Last recorded76,854 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto49,366 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYL04 VGT
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2018 76,854 miles

brake hoses deteriorated. some rust in underbody and brake pipes

Pass 29 Aug 2017 75,000 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

some rust in brake pipes

Pass 20 Aug 2016 73,449 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2016 73,449 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 71,286 miles

offside rear cross-axle metal brake pipe corroding

Fail 11 Aug 2015 71,022 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

offside rear cross-axle metal brake pipe corroding

Pass 16 Aug 2014 61,213 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 54,912 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 51,384 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 44,654 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 41,536 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 39,280 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 33,361 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 25,231 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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YL04 VGT is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 49,366 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 YL04 VGT, 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 22 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 YL04 VGT registered?

YL04 VGT is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 16 July 2004.

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