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HX53 LFP

2003 Peugeot Vivacity

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2013
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

36,489 mi
Last recorded36,489 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Vivacity11,399 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 LFP
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2012 36,489 miles

electric start not working.

exhaust slightly deteriorated at manifold but not leaking.

front panels slightly loose.

Fail 24 Jan 2012 36,489 miles

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

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

electric start not working.

exhaust slightly deteriorated at manifold but not leaking.

front panels slightly loose.

Pass 11 Jan 2011

electric start not working.

speedo not working.

various panels broken.

Fail 10 Jan 2011

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

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

Steering control fouling between components which interferes with the free movement of the steering (2.1.2a)

Front Lower Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) missing (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

electric start not working.

various panels broken.

Pass 31 Jul 2009
Fail 14 Jul 2009

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

Indicator switch insecure (1.5.4)

Offside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 20 May 2008 7,580 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 7,580 miles

Fuel cap sealing washer missing (7.2.2c)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

battery flat, electric start not working.

horn, outer button missing but still working.

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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HX53 LFP is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HX53 LFP, 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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HX53 LFP is a 2003 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 25 October 2003.

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