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FX53 GZU

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

11,358 mi
Last recorded11,358 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 GZU
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2014 11,358 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 8,974 miles

ABS Light not iluminating

Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Pass 6 Mar 2012 42,069 miles

no plate lamp inop

Pass 17 Mar 2011 39,450 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2010 37,091 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 37,090 miles

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 7 Feb 2009 35,466 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 34,182 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 14 Jan 2008 34,182 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 26 Oct 2006 32,133 miles

Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Wheel has a slightly distorted bead rim. (4.2.2)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Elystar?

Based on 3,599 MOT tests across 647 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 115
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 99
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 45
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FX53 GZU is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Elystar models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 8,847 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 Elystar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 GZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Elystar typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot Elystar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX53 GZU registered?

FX53 GZU is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is FX53 GZU safe to buy?

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