MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
68,592 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Front bumper insecure
Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
full under body covers fitted
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
full under body covers fitted
both front tyres perished
How Reliable is the Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto?
Based on 4,040 MOT tests across 270 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BU53 ZBZ is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.
Across all 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 48,492 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 Pure 61 Semi-auto fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 133 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 ZBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of BU53 ZBZ?
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What year was BU53 ZBZ registered?
BU53 ZBZ is a 2003 Smart City Pure 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 10 October 2003.
Is BU53 ZBZ safe to buy?
The MOT history for BU53 ZBZ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BU53 ZBZ have outstanding finance?
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