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BU03 LFW

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2018
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

14,049 mi
Last recorded14,049 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU03 LFW
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2017 14,049 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Pass 5 Nov 2010 13,826 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 12,212 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2009 12,204 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2008 10,674 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 9,282 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2006 8,202 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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BU03 LFW is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BU03 LFW, 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 BU03 LFW registered?

BU03 LFW is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is BU03 LFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU03 LFW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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