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AU05 BWY

2005 Peugeot Vivacity

Grey Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2017
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

18,874 mi
Last recorded18,874 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Peugeot Vivacity10,113 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU05 BWY
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2016 18,874 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 18,874 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Pass 2 Apr 2015 18,146 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 18,146 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 16,877 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 16,877 miles

Rear position lamp insecure (1.1.1c)

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 15,949 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 14,605 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 14,605 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 12,310 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 10,805 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 10,805 miles

Offside Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

mirrors linsecure

Fail 5 Nov 2009 10,805 miles

Nearside Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Rear reflector on motorcycle incorrectly positioned (1.4.2d)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.1f)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 9,978 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Vivacity?

Based on 46,137 MOT tests across 8,506 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
1,082
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,046
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 851
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 838
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 794
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 775
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AU05 BWY is a 2005 Peugeot Vivacity in Grey with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2005 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 10,113 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 Peugeot Vivacity fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 1,046 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU05 BWY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Vivacity typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU05 BWY registered?

AU05 BWY is a 2005 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 April 2005.

Is AU05 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU05 BWY shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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