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R445 XFL

1997 Peugeot Squab

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,590 mi
Last recorded20,590 miles
Recorded on22 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Squab14,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR445 XFL
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 May 2013 20,590 miles

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Slight binding of front brake

Fail 15 May 2013 20,590 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Offside Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

Slight binding of front brake

suspected slight deterioration in engine / suspension mountings.

Pass 16 May 2012 20,590 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 20,590 miles

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

Pass 19 May 2011 20,590 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2011 20,590 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Rear Tyre valve stem damaged which could cause sudden tyre deflation (4.1.2c) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 May 2010 20,590 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 20,590 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 20 May 2009 20,590 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 20,590 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 19,167 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 16,781 miles

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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R445 XFL is a 1997 Peugeot Squab in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R445 XFL, 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 R445 XFL registered?

R445 XFL is a 1997 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 5 August 1997.

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