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KE04 XRB

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

30,985 mi
Last recorded30,985 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto51,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE04 XRB
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 30,985 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2024 30,254 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 29,730 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 29,631 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 29,215 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Aug 2021 29,214 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp lens seriously defective both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 28,811 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 28,411 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2018 27,864 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2017 27,253 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2017 27,252 miles

Offside Front Upper Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 3 Aug 2016 26,707 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 26,388 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 26,012 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 25,388 miles

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

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

minor oil leak

Fail 23 Jul 2013 25,387 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

minor oil leak

Pass 30 Jul 2012 24,502 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Jul 2011 23,007 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 21,962 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2009 19,496 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 19,496 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 16,158 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 12,013 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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KE04 XRB is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 KE04 XRB, 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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KE04 XRB is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 10 August 2004.

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