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P578 SSK

1997 Peugeot Speedake

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

28,750 mi
Last recorded28,750 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Speedake13,700 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP578 SSK
MakePeugeot
ModelSpeedake
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2013 28,750 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 28,684 miles

Front Brake component is excessively corroded (3.1.5)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 26,584 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2012 26,529 miles

Front suspension assembly excessive wear or free play in a front suspension component (2.3.4)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Fail 6 Aug 2011 25,703 miles

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2011 25,703 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 25,551 miles

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

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 23,769 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 7 Jul 2008 21,896 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Pass 28 Jun 2007 20,364 miles

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2006 19,693 miles

Rear Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

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

How Reliable is the Peugeot Speedake?

Based on 461 MOT tests across 119 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
31
Year Lifespan
119
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 9
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 9
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 8
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 6
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P578 SSK is a 1997 Peugeot Speedake in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Speedake models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 13,700 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 Speedake fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P578 SSK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Speedake typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot Speedake is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P578 SSK registered?

P578 SSK is a 1997 Peugeot Speedake, first registered on 14 April 1997.

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