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HW52 FKY

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

33,822 mi
Last recorded33,822 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW52 FKY
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2014 33,822 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 33,822 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Pass 1 Oct 2012
Fail 28 Sep 2012 33,312 miles

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d)

Front Brake hose fouling (3.2.B3b)

Front Roller brake test indicates a severely grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

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

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Steering control chaffing between components and not interfering with free movement of steering (2.1.2a)

Steering control has reduced clearance at full lock not affecting the riders grasp of handlebars (2.1.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 29,323 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1b)

Fail 13 Sep 2011 29,323 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Brake lever cannot be applied smoothly (3.1.3d) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Steering movement excessively stiff with the wheel raised (2.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Rear Motorcycle structure slightly insecure (6.1.1c)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 27,292 miles

Brake component has been modified. (3.1.5)

Front Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 24,232 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2009 24,232 miles

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Front wheel bearings have excessive free play (2.3.5b)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 24,001 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2008 23,899 miles

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

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instruction/s (4.1.2e)

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Oct 2006 23,161 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2006 23,161 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

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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HW52 FKY is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 HW52 FKY, 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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HW52 FKY is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 20 January 2003.

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