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LJ53 THF

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

25,992 mi
Last recorded25,992 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ53 THF
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 26 Apr 2015 25,992 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Front and rear tyre pressures low

Front brake caliper fouling disc

Pass 3 May 2014 22,641 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jul 2012 22,280 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 22,280 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

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

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 16,600 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 14,454 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 11,428 miles

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2007 9,060 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 9,426 miles

Front Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Elystar?

Based on 3,599 MOT tests across 647 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 115
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 99
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 45
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LJ53 THF is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Elystar models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 8,847 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 Elystar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ53 THF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Elystar typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot Elystar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ53 THF registered?

LJ53 THF is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 10 November 2003.

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