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AY58 BVX

2008 Peugeot Vivacity

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2017
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

14,278 mi
Last recorded14,278 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2016
Typical for 2008 Peugeot Vivacity7,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY58 BVX
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2016 14,278 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Jun 2016 14,267 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel Rear brake needs adjusting (3.1.3b)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil R/H fork seal (2.3.3) DANGEROUS

Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. L/H (2.1.1c) DANGEROUS

Exhaust mounting deteriorated. Bottom silencer bolt slightly loose (7.1.1.c)

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion L/H fork seal (2.3.3)

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

L/H mirror slightly loose

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

Pass 30 Jun 2015 11,098 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

Fail 30 Jun 2015 11,098 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

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

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 14 Aug 2014 6,860 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2014 6,860 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 3,843 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Fail 18 Oct 2012 3,843 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 1,638 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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AY58 BVX is a 2008 Peugeot Vivacity in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 AY58 BVX, 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 AY58 BVX registered?

AY58 BVX is a 2008 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 20 October 2008.

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