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BU09 VLN

2009 Peugeot Sum Up

Blue Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

17,880 mi
Last recorded17,880 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Peugeot Sum Up10,796 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 VLN
MakePeugeot
ModelSum Up
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc
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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 17,880 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 17,202 miles

Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 7 Aug 2023 16,235 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 14,877 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 14,054 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 16 Jul 2021 14,021 miles

Motorcycle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake lever so insecure that the brake cannot be readily applied (1.1.2 (e) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 13,099 miles
Fail 29 May 2020 12,886 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.0 mm thick (1.1.13 (a)) DANGEROUS

Upper Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 16 May 2019 11,518 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 13 May 2019 11,456 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 15 May 2018 10,582 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 10,578 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 9,999 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 9,435 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 8,814 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 8,056 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 7,494 miles

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

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

Fail 1 May 2013 7,439 miles

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

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

Pass 4 May 2012 5,576 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Sum Up?

Based on 2,584 MOT tests across 498 vehicles.

74.3%
Pass Rate
926
Miles/Year
18
Year Lifespan
498
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 142
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 94
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 86
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 60
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 51
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BU09 VLN is a 2009 Peugeot Sum Up in Blue with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2009 Peugeot Sum Up models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.0% with a typical mileage of 10,796 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 Sum Up fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU09 VLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Sum Up typically stays on UK roads for around 18 years. At 17 years old, this Peugeot Sum Up is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BU09 VLN registered?

BU09 VLN is a 2009 Peugeot Sum Up, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is BU09 VLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU09 VLN shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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