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LD54 MXJ

2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Black Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

109,978 mi
Last recorded109,978 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto51,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD54 MXJ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 109,978 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

headlight len's deteriorated

Pass 2 Apr 2025 94,109 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2025 94,109 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect no dip beam pattern (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension locking device missing track rod end fixings (5.3.6 (b))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 74,433 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner face

Both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Fail 9 Mar 2024 74,425 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Both front brake discs corroded on inner face

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 74,119 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 74,113 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both severely blurred (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 73,055 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear axle and suspension components corroded

Fail 17 Mar 2022 73,042 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides headlamp deteriorated excessively (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play inner and outer (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

rear axle and suspension components corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2020 72,272 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Feb 2019 70,769 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Dec 2018 70,671 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2017 66,808 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2017 66,742 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

coil spring broken both front (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 64,354 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 8 Sep 2016 64,329 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 59,891 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2015 59,891 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 57,267 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2012 49,104 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 45,320 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 45,320 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 14 Sep 2010 42,412 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2009 31,582 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 31,582 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2008 22,397 miles

n/s/f tyre side wall cracks

Pass 26 Sep 2007 3,947 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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LD54 MXJ is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Black with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LD54 MXJ, 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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LD54 MXJ is a 2004 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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