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DK04 BYZ

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2021
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

92,235 mi
Last recorded92,235 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2020
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto51,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK04 BYZ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2020 92,235 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 86,050 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2019 86,050 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 80,038 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Feb 2017 77,057 miles

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

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Feb 2016 72,730 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 67,618 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 61,042 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2013 57,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Feb 2013 57,025 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Feb 2012 53,701 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

nearside front tyre starting to crack

offside front tyre perished on sidewall

Fail 16 Feb 2012 53,701 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

nearside front tyre starting to crack

offside front tyre perished on sidewall

Pass 9 Feb 2011 50,488 miles

front wiper blades split on ends

fuel cap rubber seal perished

Pass 17 Feb 2010 47,193 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2010 47,193 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009
Fail 5 Feb 2009 44,022 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 30,231 miles

all 4 tyres near legal limit

Pass 26 Feb 2007 20,317 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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DK04 BYZ is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 DK04 BYZ, 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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DK04 BYZ is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 1 March 2004.

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