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GX53 LYW

2003 Peugeot Compass

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

48,884 mi
Last recorded48,884 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Compass34,404 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 LYW
MakePeugeot
ModelCompass
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 48,884 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 46,105 miles

underside heavily undersealed diffcult toassess

Fail 5 Nov 2024 46,105 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

underside heavily undersealed diffcult toassess

Pass 4 Mar 2024 45,444 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under side area around all suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal weld repairs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 45,412 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body area around all suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2023 43,984 miles

exhaust tail pipe missing

under body area under sealed

Fail 15 Feb 2023 43,984 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

exhaust tail pipe missing

under body area under sealed

Pass 23 Feb 2022 42,929 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2022 42,926 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting lower right hand corner of wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill steo x2 spots (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassi corner on leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Apr 2021 41,799 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 5 May 2020 38,303 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 May 2019 38,282 miles

Central Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 21 May 2018 35,268 miles

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Front tyre perished outer wall

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Fail 21 May 2018 35,268 miles

Nearside Front brake slightly binding

Nearside Front tyre perished outer wall

Nearside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Pass 19 May 2017 352,611 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 34,404 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 34,214 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 34,021 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 33,796 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 33,383 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 3 Jul 2012 33,383 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 32,930 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 25,771 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 22,373 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all tyres have slight perishing on side walls

Pass 16 Apr 2009 21,408 miles

front and rear tyres starting to perish.

o/s/r indicator discoloured.

slight bind o/s/r brake.

Pass 30 Apr 2008 20,337 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 18,412 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2007 18,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 11,528 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Compass?

Based on 1,149 MOT tests across 150 vehicles.

82.1%
Pass Rate
1,823
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
150
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 16
Brake pipe excessively corroded 13
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 10
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 6
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 6
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GX53 LYW is a 2003 Peugeot Compass in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Compass models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.6% with a typical mileage of 34,404 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 Compass fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 LYW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Compass typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot Compass is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX53 LYW registered?

GX53 LYW is a 2003 Peugeot Compass, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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