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AU53 HDL

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

8,365 mi
Last recorded8,365 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU53 HDL
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2010 8,365 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1b)

speedo not working rear lense missing but bulb showing correct colours

Fail 10 Sep 2010 8,271 miles

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

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.2.B3a)

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Fail 18 Sep 2009 3,254 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 3,254 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 2,992 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

o/s mirror cracked

Pass 10 Nov 2006 2,259 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 2,259 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

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

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 HDL is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 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 AU53 HDL, 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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AU53 HDL is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is AU53 HDL safe to buy?

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