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BU53 ZBW

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,379 mi
Last recorded64,379 miles
Recorded on29 May 2008
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 ZBW
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2008 64,379 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2007 57,522 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 51,632 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2006 51,632 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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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BU53 ZBW is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 BU53 ZBW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU53 ZBW?

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What year was BU53 ZBW registered?

BU53 ZBW is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BU53 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 ZBW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 ZBW have outstanding finance?

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