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AY08 EYB

2008 Peugeot Vivacity

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

18,541 mi
Last recorded18,541 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Peugeot Vivacity7,771 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 EYB
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2020 18,541 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil nearside and offside (5.3.2 (b))

Front Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

Front brake pads damaged but not likely to become detached

Front headlight panel slightly insecure

Front mudguard missing

Offside Front throttle housing slightly insecure but not likely to become detached

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

Rear Stop lamp switch does not operate in accordance with the requirements (4.3.2 (a) (i))

slight 2 stroke oil leak at carburettor

Pass 6 Oct 2018 17,581 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 28 Oct 2017 16,749 miles

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

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

exhaust noisy

rear brake performance low recommend investigation

rear number plate slightly loose

secondary brake lever little reserve travel

Fail 27 Oct 2017 16,709 miles

Front Brake hose leaking fluid at caliper and corroded furrell (3.2.B4)

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

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

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

rear brake performance low recommend investigation

rear number plate slightly loose

secondary brake lever little reserve travel

Pass 31 Oct 2016 14,613 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 14,613 miles

Brake hose fouling outer casing split (3.2.B3b)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Steering lock stop missing (2.1.3)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Rear Mudguard insecure ()

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Jul 2015 13,498 miles

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

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 12,378 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 11,387 miles

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Fail 20 Jul 2013 11,387 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2011 7,678 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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AY08 EYB is a 2008 Peugeot Vivacity in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 7,771 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 AY08 EYB, 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 18 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AY08 EYB registered?

AY08 EYB is a 2008 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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