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R453 FWV

1997 Peugeot Buxy

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

6,466 mi
Last recorded6,466 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2007
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Buxy14,798 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR453 FWV
MakePeugeot
ModelBuxy
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2007 6,466 miles

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Fail 2 Feb 2007 6,466 miles

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

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

Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Pass 2 Feb 2006 3,040 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Buxy?

Based on 457 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
922
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 7
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R453 FWV is a 1997 Peugeot Buxy in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Buxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 14,798 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 Buxy fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R453 FWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R453 FWV registered?

R453 FWV is a 1997 Peugeot Buxy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R453 FWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R453 FWV shows 3 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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