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HF03 TFE

2003 Peugeot Metal X

Grey Petrol 100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

12,403 mi
Last recorded12,403 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Metal X6,778 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF03 TFE
MakePeugeot
ModelMetal X
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine100cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2014 12,403 miles

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

Front wheel bearings have slight free play (2.3.5b)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

frame covered by bodywork

Pass 4 May 2013 18,104 miles

Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

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

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2012 15,080 miles

centre stand mounts badly worn and bolt snapped

Fail 21 Apr 2012 15,065 miles

Brake lever mounting insecure (3.1.2a)

Fuel cap does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.2b)

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

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

Horn is not a constant note (1.7.3c)

Nearside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Roller brake test Neither brake control achieves an efficiency of 25% (3.3.A2b)

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

centre stand mounts badly worn and bolt snapped

Pass 20 Jan 2011 12,345 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2011 12,345 miles

Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 16 Feb 2010 10,057 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2010 10,057 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 4,384 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 2,381 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 1,312 miles

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Metal X?

Based on 550 MOT tests across 127 vehicles.

71.6%
Pass Rate
728
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
127
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 26
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 21
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 20
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 17
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 16
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HF03 TFE is a 2003 Peugeot Metal X in Grey with a 100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Metal X models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 6,778 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 Metal X fails its MOT is headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam, accounting for 26 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HF03 TFE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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HF03 TFE is a 2003 Peugeot Metal X, first registered on 1 June 2003.

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