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BU51 FAO

2001 Peugeot Vivacity

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2024
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

15,342 mi
Last recorded15,342 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2023
Typical for 2001 Peugeot Vivacity13,247 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU51 FAO
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2023 15,342 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2021 14,847 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2021 14,811 miles

Steering operation restricted in free movement from lock to lock (2.1.4 (c))

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

Pass 8 Oct 2020 12,408 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 12,311 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 12,257 miles

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering Mudguard (2.1.2e)

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

Rear Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering panel around light unit (2.1.2e)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2013 12,165 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 11,930 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 11,782 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 11,634 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 11,613 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 11,206 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2006 11,206 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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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BU51 FAO is a 2001 Peugeot Vivacity in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 13,247 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 BU51 FAO, 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 25 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU51 FAO registered?

BU51 FAO is a 2001 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 4 October 2001.

Is BU51 FAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU51 FAO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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