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P957 BFJ

1996 Peugeot Squab

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

42,237 mi
Last recorded42,237 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2014
Typical for 1996 Peugeot Squab14,655 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP957 BFJ
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2014 42,237 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2014 42,233 miles

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

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

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 41,618 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 41,068 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2011 41,068 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 39,569 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2010 39,568 miles

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

Headlamp aim not tested (1.6)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

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

Registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 2 Sep 2009 37,758 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2008 35,517 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Fail 1 Jun 2007 30,876 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2007 30,876 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 27,076 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

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

How Reliable is the Peugeot Squab?

Based on 994 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Tyre tread not clearly visible 16
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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P957 BFJ is a 1996 Peugeot Squab in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Peugeot Squab models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 14,655 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 Squab fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P957 BFJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Squab typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Peugeot Squab is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P957 BFJ registered?

P957 BFJ is a 1996 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 12 November 1996.

Is P957 BFJ safe to buy?

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