CarVerify

Free Car Check

R140 DHU

1997 Peugeot Squab

Blue Petrol 49cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

23,990 mi
Last recorded23,990 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Squab14,271 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

RegistrationR140 DHU
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2010 23,990 miles

Front Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 20,117 miles

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

Nail in rear tyre

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

Offside Front Lower 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(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

rear tyre pressure low

Fail 14 Apr 2009 20,108 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Nearside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

Offside Front suspension assembly component cracked (2.3.1)

Offside Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. (2.1.1c)

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

Front suspension has slight stiffness in the movement of the suspension. (2.3.6b)

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

Offside Front Lower 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(i))

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Pass 15 Apr 2008 18,697 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2008 18,697 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2005 15,944 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2005 15,943 miles

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

Exhaust excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(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
Full Peugeot Squab 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

R140 DHU is a 1997 Peugeot Squab in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Squab models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 14,271 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 R140 DHU, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot Squab is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R140 DHU?

You can check the full history of R140 DHU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R140 DHU registered?

R140 DHU is a 1997 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 10 September 1997.

Is R140 DHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R140 DHU shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R140 DHU 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 R140 DHU. 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.