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HX04 PBV

2004 Peugeot Vivacity

Silver Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2026
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

25,748 mi
Last recorded25,748 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Peugeot Vivacity10,929 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX04 PBV
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 25,748 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2025 25,748 miles

Forks excessively corroded both (2.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2023 25,596 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 7 Aug 2017 21,758 miles

Rear tyre out of shape

Fail 12 Sep 2016 21,732 miles

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

Pass 7 Jul 2014 20,573 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 20,087 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 19,452 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 19,452 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 18,349 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 18,349 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 17,077 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 15,133 miles

Rear Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 12,682 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 12,682 miles

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 11,639 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2007 11,639 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

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

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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HX04 PBV is a 2004 Peugeot Vivacity in Silver with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2004 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 10,929 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 HX04 PBV, 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 22 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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HX04 PBV is a 2004 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 24 March 2004.

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