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R456 RMJ

1998 Peugeot Speedfight

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

18,014 mi
Last recorded18,014 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Speedfight15,234 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR456 RMJ
MakePeugeot
ModelSpeedfight
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 18,014 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 18,014 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 12,729 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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R456 RMJ is a 1998 Peugeot Speedfight in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 R456 RMJ, 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 R456 RMJ registered?

R456 RMJ is a 1998 Peugeot Speedfight, first registered on 20 February 1998.

Is R456 RMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R456 RMJ 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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