CarVerify

Free Car Check

BU53 OCJ

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Black Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

14,364 mi
Last recorded14,364 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 OCJ
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2020 14,364 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 14,325 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 13,044 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 12,157 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 10,841 miles

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

Fail 22 Dec 2008 10,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 22 Dec 2008 10,874 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 8,949 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 5 Dec 2007 8,949 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 4,930 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
Full Peugeot Vivacity reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BU53 OCJ is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 OCJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU53 OCJ?

You can check the full history of BU53 OCJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BU53 OCJ registered?

BU53 OCJ is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 25 September 2003.

Is BU53 OCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 OCJ shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BU53 OCJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BU53 OCJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.