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FX51 RVT

2001 Peugeot Zenith

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

9,437 mi
Last recorded9,437 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Peugeot Zenith13,588 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 RVT
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2013 9,437 miles

Front Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

battery could be more secure

Fail 23 Nov 2013 9,437 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

battery could be more secure

Fail 13 Jul 2012 9,437 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 9,437 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 9,430 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 9,430 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2008 9,430 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 25 Jan 2007 8,892 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 6,964 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Zenith?

Based on 4,023 MOT tests across 859 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 109
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 91
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 77
Tyre tread not clearly visible 67
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FX51 RVT is a 2001 Peugeot Zenith in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 13,588 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 Zenith fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX51 RVT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Zenith typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 25 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FX51 RVT registered?

FX51 RVT is a 2001 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 8 December 2001.

Is FX51 RVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 RVT shows 9 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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