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LK53 LKE

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

14,614 mi
Last recorded14,614 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 LKE
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2016 14,614 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 13,829 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 13 Oct 2010 13,564 miles

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

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

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

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

top box mounting loose

Pass 13 Oct 2010 13,564 miles

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

top box mounting loose

Fail 19 Oct 2009 11,837 miles

Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 11,837 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 11,033 miles

Oil leak

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 22 Oct 2008 11,033 miles

Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Oil leak

Riders seat insecure (6.2.1a)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2007 6,879 miles

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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LK53 LKE is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LK53 LKE, 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 LK53 LKE registered?

LK53 LKE is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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