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R397 EMX

1998 Peugeot Speedfight

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

26,521 mi
Last recorded26,521 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2015
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Speedfight15,234 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR397 EMX
MakePeugeot
ModelSpeedfight
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2015 26,521 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 26,521 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 13 Aug 2014 18,785 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 17,772 miles

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Fail 11 Dec 2012 17,767 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

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

Steering movement slightly rough. (2.2.1a)

Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 15,101 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Speedfight?

Based on 156,076 MOT tests across 29,372 vehicles.

73.1%
Pass Rate
1,371
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
29,372
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 5,097
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 4,584
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 3,758
reflector on motorcycle missing 3,680
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 3,000
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R397 EMX is a 1998 Peugeot Speedfight in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Speedfight models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 15,234 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 Speedfight fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 5,097 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R397 EMX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Speedfight typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Peugeot Speedfight is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R397 EMX registered?

R397 EMX is a 1998 Peugeot Speedfight, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R397 EMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R397 EMX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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