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HW53 FNH

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

7,184 mi
Last recorded7,184 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW53 FNH
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2012 7,184 miles

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 6 Feb 2012 7,184 miles

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

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Steering movement slightly stiff (2.2.1a)

Fail 7 Sep 2011 7,174 miles

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

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

Rear Tyre has a bulge caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i)) DANGEROUS

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

Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 5,369 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 4,370 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 4,370 miles

Registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 3 Aug 2007 4,228 miles

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 3 Aug 2007 4,228 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 3,146 miles

Nearside Rear suspension component slightly corroded. (2.4.A.1a)

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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HW53 FNH is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 HW53 FNH, 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 HW53 FNH registered?

HW53 FNH is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 6 September 2003.

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