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MX53 KVZ

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto

Black Diesel 698cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

50,921 mi
Last recorded50,921 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto47,286 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 KVZ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Auto
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine698cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 50,921 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 49,533 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 48,133 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 46,548 miles
Fail 31 May 2023 46,548 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 44,933 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 43,599 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2021 43,599 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Jul 2019 43,110 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 43,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 42,626 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 42,245 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 41,972 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 41,512 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 41,063 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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)

Power steering inoperative (2.3.3a)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 360,521 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2010 36,049 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2009 30,964 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 26,490 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 22,161 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 17,319 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 17,319 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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MX53 KVZ is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto in Black with a 698cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 MX53 KVZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MX53 KVZ registered?

MX53 KVZ is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Auto, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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