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LJ53 HAA

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Blue Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

83,509 mi
Last recorded83,509 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2024
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 HAA
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2024 83,509 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine oil leak

n/s/f fog lamp not working

plastic under side covers obscuring some views

Fail 14 Nov 2024 83,501 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine oil leak

n/s/f fog lamp not working

plastic under side covers obscuring some views

Pass 14 Nov 2023 82,179 miles

plastic under covers obscuring some views

Pass 14 Nov 2022 81,035 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

engine oil leak

plastic under covers obscuring views

Pass 1 Nov 2021 80,474 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

plastic under covers obscuring views

Pass 2 Nov 2020 79,745 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 78,595 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 77,223 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 75,309 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2016 73,182 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 69,862 miles

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

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

front discs heavy corrosion

fuel cap seal perished

n/s/f flexi brake pipe perished

o/s track rod end gaiter

o/s/f flexi brake pipe perished

Pass 15 Apr 2014 63,944 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 63,944 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 58,428 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 54,088 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 47,976 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 41,758 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2010 41,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 29,856 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 29,856 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 24,553 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 19,406 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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LJ53 HAA is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Blue with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ53 HAA, 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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LJ53 HAA is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 18 December 2003.

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