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AU53 BDY

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

23,900 mi
Last recorded23,900 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 BDY
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 23,900 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2023 22,285 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 22,222 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 21,935 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 21,839 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 21,276 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 21,177 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 20,403 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 19,207 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 18,581 miles

rear brake noisey

Pass 9 Feb 2011 17,517 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 16,461 miles

front forks getting worn

Fail 21 Jan 2010 16,459 miles

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

front forks getting worn

Pass 22 Jan 2009 15,594 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 14,567 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 10,768 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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AU53 BDY is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 11,399 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU53 BDY, 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 23 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AU53 BDY registered?

AU53 BDY is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is AU53 BDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 BDY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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