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FJ04 HCU

2004 Peugeot Vivacity

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2012
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

24,447 mi
Last recorded24,447 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2011
Typical for 2004 Peugeot Vivacity10,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ04 HCU
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2011 24,447 miles

front tyre deteriorated and split

Fail 16 Aug 2011 24,447 miles

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

front tyre deteriorated and split

Pass 2 Jul 2009 24,342 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre starting to perish

Fail 30 Jun 2009 24,342 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

front tyre starting to perish

Pass 1 Jul 2008 20,513 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 16,306 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
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FJ04 HCU is a 2004 Peugeot Vivacity in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 10,929 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 FJ04 HCU, 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 22 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FJ04 HCU registered?

FJ04 HCU is a 2004 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is FJ04 HCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FJ04 HCU shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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