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R238 YLC

1998 Peugeot Trekker

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2015
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,193 mi
Last recorded30,193 miles
Recorded on23 May 2014
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Trekker16,519 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR238 YLC
MakePeugeot
ModelTrekker
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 May 2014 30,193 miles
Fail 16 May 2014 29,914 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

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

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

Offside Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

Pass 20 May 2013 28,303 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 27,710 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 26,938 miles

Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2006 26,781 miles

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

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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R238 YLC is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R238 YLC, 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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What year was R238 YLC registered?

R238 YLC is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker, first registered on 6 April 1998.

Is R238 YLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R238 YLC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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