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FX53 FWV

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Silver Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,783 mi
Last recorded50,783 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 FWV
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc
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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2013 50,783 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 50,783 miles

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 42,847 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2011 38,761 miles

Fuel filler cap sealing washer lightly cracked

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear screen washer not working.

Fail 28 Dec 2011 38,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel filler cap sealing washer lightly cracked

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear screen washer not working.

Pass 6 Dec 2010 36,264 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2009 32,591 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 29,535 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 26,476 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 23,589 miles

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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FX53 FWV is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Silver with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FX53 FWV, 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.

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What year was FX53 FWV registered?

FX53 FWV is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is FX53 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 FWV shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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