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HX03 VDN

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2025
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

35,858 mi
Last recorded35,858 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2024
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX03 VDN
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2024 35,858 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 35,726 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2023 35,726 miles

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 17 Jun 2022 35,506 miles

Head light mask fitted

Main beam warning light inop

No reserve adjustment on rear brake

O/S fork dust seal deteriorated

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Speedo cable loose

Pass 29 Jun 2021 35,286 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side around centre stand fixing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2020 34,944 miles

Motorcycle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced frame around top rear shock mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 2 Jul 2019 34,569 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Jul 2019 34,556 miles

Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 34,146 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2017 33,554 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 32,023 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 29,949 miles

Centre Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 27,996 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 27,982 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front Tyre has a tear caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2013 26,358 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre side wall has cracks in both sides

Fail 27 Jun 2013 26,358 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

front tyre side wall has cracks in both sides

Pass 4 Jul 2012 24,229 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2012 24,229 miles

Lower Registration plate delaminated (6.3.1.d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i)) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 22,361 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 19,453 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2010 19,453 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 16,447 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2008 13,417 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2008 13,417 miles

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 12 Jun 2007 10,452 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 8,705 miles

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 VDN is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 VDN, 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 VDN is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 12 June 2003.

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