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R263 APW

1997 Peugeot Zenith

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

47,000 mi
Last recorded47,000 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2009
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Zenith12,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR263 APW
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2009 47,000 miles

rear number plate damaged .

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

exhaust heat guard missing .

n/s + o/s handlebar grips slightly loose .

side stand does not automaticly return to a safe position to allow a good ground clearance whilst riding machine ,( which operation is also stiff ) .

Fail 24 Mar 2009 46,995 miles

Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.6)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

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

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

Front Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Lower Motorcycle structure slightly corroded (6.1.1a)

Nearside Brake lever is short but brake can still be readily applied (3.1.3c)

exhaust heat guard missing .

n/s + o/s handlebar grips slightly loose .

rear number plate damaged .

side stand does not automaticly return to a safe position to allow a good ground clearance whilst riding machine ,( which operation is also stiff ) .

Pass 3 Jul 2007 43,501 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2006 42,909 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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R263 APW is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 R263 APW, 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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R263 APW is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 27 October 1997.

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