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DX53 NVM

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Red Petrol 100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

26,927 mi
Last recorded26,927 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX53 NVM
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine100cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 26,927 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2011 26,927 miles

Floor brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.C1b)

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 11 Oct 2010 22,726 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 19,696 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2009 19,696 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Fail 10 Oct 2008 16,814 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 10 Oct 2008 16,814 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2007 14,156 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 14,156 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

An item not tested (Manual)

Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 26 Sep 2006 10,914 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2006 10,914 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a severely juddering brake (3.3C2d.)

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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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DX53 NVM is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Red with a 100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DX53 NVM, 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 DX53 NVM registered?

DX53 NVM is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 October 2003.

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