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R189 GTL

1997 Peugeot Zenith

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

14,150 mi
Last recorded14,150 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Zenith12,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 GTL
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2008 14,150 miles

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

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Front Front suspension has inadequate damping effect. (2.3.6c) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Indicator switch defective (1.5.4) DANGEROUS

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

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake linkage has abnormal movement due to maladjustment (3.2.A1i) DANGEROUS

Rear Floor brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.C2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 22 Jan 2007 12,958 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 12,958 miles

Brake lever cannot be released smoothly (3.1.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Jan 2006 11,911 miles

Front Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.1)

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

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

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

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 25 Jan 2006 11,911 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Zenith?

Based on 4,023 MOT tests across 859 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 109
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 91
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 77
Tyre tread not clearly visible 67
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R189 GTL is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 12,958 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 Zenith fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R189 GTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Zenith typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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R189 GTL is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 12 September 1997.

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