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AU53 HCL

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

12,406 mi
Last recorded12,406 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2010
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HCL
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2010 12,406 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 12,406 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 11,657 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 11,649 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 9,915 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 21 Nov 2006 8,338 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Elystar?

Based on 3,599 MOT tests across 647 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 115
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 99
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 45
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AU53 HCL is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Elystar models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 8,847 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 Elystar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU53 HCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Elystar typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot Elystar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU53 HCL registered?

AU53 HCL is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 22 October 2003.

Is AU53 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU53 HCL shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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