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HN52 HKM

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2013
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

17,026 mi
Last recorded17,026 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN52 HKM
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2012 17,026 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 24 Mar 2012 17,026 miles

Front Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 12,580 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 12,558 miles

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

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

Rear wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.4.A.2c)

Registration plate font not substantially similar to the prescribed font (6.3.4d)

Pass 17 May 2010 7,616 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 7,616 miles

Rear Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Fail 5 Jun 2009 7,585 miles

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

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Rear Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Steering movement excessively stiff with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 5,868 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 7 Dec 2005 4,417 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2005 4,417 miles

Rear wheel has a loose wheel nut(s) (4.2.3a) DANGEROUS

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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HN52 HKM is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.9% with a typical mileage of 11,399 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 HN52 HKM, 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 23 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HN52 HKM registered?

HN52 HKM is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 10 January 2003.

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