CarVerify

Free Car Check

LK53 UTA

2005 Peugeot Elystar

Blue Petrol 125cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

18,170 mi
Last recorded18,170 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2012
Typical for 2005 Peugeot Elystar10,485 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 UTA
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine125cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2012 18,170 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 18,164 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2011 17,630 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Fail 30 Apr 2011 17,630 miles

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

Front Steering movement excessively rough with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.6)

Front Fairings so located that it is likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,558 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 15,147 miles

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

Fail 9 Feb 2009 15,147 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 11,997 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 11,997 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 8,661 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 5,622 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
Full Peugeot Elystar reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

LK53 UTA is a 2005 Peugeot Elystar in Blue with a 125cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2005 Peugeot Elystar models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.9% with a typical mileage of 10,485 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 UTA, 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 21 years old, this Peugeot Elystar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of LK53 UTA?

You can check the full history of LK53 UTA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was LK53 UTA registered?

LK53 UTA is a 2005 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 19 December 2005.

Is LK53 UTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK53 UTA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LK53 UTA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on LK53 UTA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.