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R271 UCC

1997 Peugeot Squab

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2014
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

7,891 mi
Last recorded7,891 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Squab14,271 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 UCC
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2013 7,891 miles

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k)

Front Brake master cylinder insecurely mounted (3.2.B1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2013 7,891 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 6,201 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2011 5,984 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 5,984 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.7.3c)

Offside Throttle has a significant change in engine speed whilst moving the steering from lock to lock (2.1.4)

Pass 29 May 2010 5,672 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 5,323 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 4,649 miles
Fail 28 May 2008 4,649 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.5.3b)

Pass 22 May 2007 3,976 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 3,976 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

Front Brake disc(s) friction surface contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) contaminated by oil or grease (3.2.A1k) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Peugeot Squab?

Based on 994 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Tyre tread not clearly visible 16
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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R271 UCC is a 1997 Peugeot Squab in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Squab models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 14,271 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 Squab fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R271 UCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R271 UCC registered?

R271 UCC is a 1997 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 22 August 1997.

Is R271 UCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 UCC shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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