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R285 PAG

1998 Peugeot Trekker

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

38,612 mi
Last recorded38,612 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2007
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Trekker16,519 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR285 PAG
MakePeugeot
ModelTrekker
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2007 38,612 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 38,160 miles

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

Front Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Brake lining(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 7 Apr 2006 35,028 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Offside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 35,038 miles

Front Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

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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R285 PAG is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R285 PAG, 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 R285 PAG registered?

R285 PAG is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker, first registered on 1 April 1998.

Is R285 PAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R285 PAG shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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