MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
23,746 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)
Front Fairings insecure and likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e) DANGEROUS
Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i)) DANGEROUS
Front Brake disc(s) slightly scored (3.2.A1l)
Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))
How Reliable is the Peugeot Speedfight?
Based on 156,076 MOT tests across 29,372 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R458 SMJ is a 1998 Peugeot Speedfight in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 R458 SMJ, 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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How do I check the history of R458 SMJ?
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What year was R458 SMJ registered?
R458 SMJ is a 1998 Peugeot Speedfight, first registered on 18 May 1998.
Is R458 SMJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for R458 SMJ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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