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BU53 CTY

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

19,419 mi
Last recorded19,419 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2009
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 CTY
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2009 19,419 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 16,590 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 12,653 miles

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 23 Sep 2006 12,653 miles

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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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BU53 CTY is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BU53 CTY, 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 BU53 CTY registered?

BU53 CTY is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 6 September 2003.

Is BU53 CTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 CTY shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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