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R254 WGC

1998 Peugeot Zenith

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,267 mi
Last recorded18,267 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2011
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Zenith13,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR254 WGC
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2011 18,267 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

rear tyre tread cracked

Pass 10 Nov 2010 15,492 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2009 14,599 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 4 Dec 2009 14,599 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Fail 16 Nov 2009 14,584 miles

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 13,912 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 11,359 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2006 5,048 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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R254 WGC is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 13,984 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R254 WGC, 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 28 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R254 WGC registered?

R254 WGC is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 25 June 1998.

Is R254 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R254 WGC shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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