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AV54 PNE

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

79,982 mi
Last recorded79,982 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto51,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV54 PNE
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 79,982 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

Front Shock absorbers corroded both

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2024 78,407 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 30 Aug 2024 78,403 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 77,080 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 74,217 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2021 71,557 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2021 71,557 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Side repeater incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 68,357 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 67,202 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 65,714 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 64,840 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 64,813 miles

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box holed (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2017 59,529 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 54,473 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 49,106 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2015 49,106 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Feb 2014 45,806 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 44,155 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2013 44,155 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2012 39,428 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 30 Sep 2011 35,150 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 30,005 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 24,771 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2009 24,771 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 19,265 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 13,033 miles

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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AV54 PNE is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 51,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AV54 PNE, 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 22 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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AV54 PNE is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 29 September 2004.

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