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VX53 RCZ

2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto

Multi-colour Petrol 698cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

81,829 mi
Last recorded81,829 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto53,196 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX53 RCZ
MakeSmart
ModelCity Pulse 61 Semi-auto
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine698cc
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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 81,829 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corrosion on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

nearside rear bumper damaged

Fail 4 Jul 2019 81,825 miles

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split alway around (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front corrosion on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge also slight cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

nearside rear bumper damaged

Pass 6 Jul 2018 77,721 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 74,970 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread and rear (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear wheel bearing slightly noisey

Pass 19 May 2016 72,590 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 72,281 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 7 Dec 2015 72,281 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Sep 2014 66,594 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2013 57,697 miles

slight corrosion on both front brake pipes

Fail 19 Sep 2012 44,644 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers split on ends

Pass 19 Sep 2012 44,644 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

wipers split on ends

Pass 30 Sep 2011 38,609 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Sep 2011 38,609 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 8 Oct 2010 33,048 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 33,048 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 32,861 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 May 2010 32,861 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 Nov 2009 31,263 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 31,263 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 28,685 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2007 25,064 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 19,831 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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VX53 RCZ is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto in Multi-colour with a 698cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 53,196 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 VX53 RCZ, 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 23 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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VX53 RCZ is a 2003 Smart City Pulse 61 Semi-auto, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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