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R148 SST

1998 Peugeot Trekker

Gold Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

10,850 mi
Last recorded10,850 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Trekker16,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR148 SST
MakePeugeot
ModelTrekker
Year1998
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2025 10,850 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 9,705 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 23 Aug 2023 9,665 miles

Steering headbearing excessively stiff or notchy (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 6,212 miles

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2020 3,946 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 3,741 miles

front brake disc has slight cracks

left hand rear indicator slightly loose

Pass 24 May 2013 3,161 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 2,996 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 2,974 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 2,575 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Trekker?

Based on 16,224 MOT tests across 3,211 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,151
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 537
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 375
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 359
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 353
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R148 SST is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker in Gold with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Trekker models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 16,519 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Trekker fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 537 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R148 SST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Trekker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Peugeot Trekker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R148 SST is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker, first registered on 1 June 1998.

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