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HX03 MVJ

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

31,080 mi
Last recorded31,080 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 MVJ
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 31,080 miles

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

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 31,080 miles

All position lamps do not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 28,917 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2010 27,846 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 23 Feb 2010 27,846 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Feb 2009 24,154 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Fail 14 Feb 2009 24,154 miles

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

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Pass 12 Feb 2008 20,298 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 14,899 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2007 14,899 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2006 12,570 miles

Offside Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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HX03 MVJ is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 HX03 MVJ, 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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HX03 MVJ is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 March 2003.

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