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HW12 JVM

2012 Peugeot Vivacity

Black Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

2,724 mi
Last recorded2,724 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2012 Peugeot Vivacity7,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW12 JVM
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 2,724 miles

Front Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2025 2,606 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2025 2,604 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2024 2,604 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 2,593 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 2,591 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 2,568 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion present on both forks (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 2,555 miles

Front Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing Corrosion present on fork (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 2,516 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 2,388 miles

Front split mudguard

Fail 12 Feb 2018 2,388 miles

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

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. both (2.3.6c)

Offside Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Front split mudguard

Pass 13 Feb 2017 2,025 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 1,581 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2016 1,581 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 1,097 miles

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

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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HW12 JVM is a 2012 Peugeot Vivacity in Black with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2012 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 7,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 HW12 JVM, 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 14 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW12 JVM registered?

HW12 JVM is a 2012 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is HW12 JVM safe to buy?

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