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BU04 HZH

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,844 mi
Last recorded109,844 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto51,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU04 HZH
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 109,844 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 100,612 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2015 98,080 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2015 98,080 miles

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Feb 2013 52,935 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2013 52,935 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 50,460 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 May 2011 45,445 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2010 40,726 miles

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

oil leak from o/s driveshaft seal

Fail 5 May 2010 40,726 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

oil leak from o/s driveshaft seal

Pass 22 May 2009 34,899 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 34,899 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 26,101 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 16,930 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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BU04 HZH is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BU04 HZH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU04 HZH registered?

BU04 HZH is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 27 May 2004.

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