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LF51 BHO

2001 Peugeot Vivacity

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2026
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

24,221 mi
Last recorded24,221 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2025
Typical for 2001 Peugeot Vivacity13,247 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 BHO
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2025 24,221 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 18,551 miles

body damage

Pass 5 Nov 2020 18,441 miles

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

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

fuel smell, no leak found

Fail 5 Jun 2012 18,421 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 5 Jun 2012 18,421 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 31 May 2011 18,389 miles

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 21 May 2010 13,526 miles
Fail 18 May 2010 13,495 miles

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

Pass 29 May 2009 9,613 miles
Fail 27 May 2009 9,613 miles

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 3,855 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 3,805 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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LF51 BHO is a 2001 Peugeot Vivacity in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 13,247 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 LF51 BHO, 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 25 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LF51 BHO registered?

LF51 BHO is a 2001 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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