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DX51 MLK

2001 Peugeot Vivacity

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

35,125 mi
Last recorded35,125 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Peugeot Vivacity13,247 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX51 MLK
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2025 35,125 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Slight misting on front forks. (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Please note slight oil leak from engine.

Pass 17 Oct 2024 35,095 miles

Front Slight weep of fluid from both fork seals .

Slight oil leak from engine

Pass 12 Oct 2023 35,060 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 34,970 miles

l/h front fork slight misting off oil

Pass 17 Sep 2021 34,941 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2020 34,855 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 34,555 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 30,802 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 30,741 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2016 29,132 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 27,863 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 26,067 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 24,704 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 23,678 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 23,623 miles

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c)

Pass 27 Aug 2011 22,101 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 20,528 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2009 18,238 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 16,079 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 15,180 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2006 13,996 miles

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

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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DX51 MLK is a 2001 Peugeot Vivacity in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DX51 MLK, 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.

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What year was DX51 MLK registered?

DX51 MLK is a 2001 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is DX51 MLK safe to buy?

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