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R477 BAF

1997 Peugeot Zenith

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2012
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

18,554 mi
Last recorded18,554 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Zenith12,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR477 BAF
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,554 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 18 Mar 2011 18,554 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2010 16,443 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2010 16,443 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 13,295 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 13,295 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the wheel raised (2.2.1b)

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

Pass 17 Mar 2008 9,655 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 9,212 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 9,212 miles

Steering headbearing has excessive free play (2.2.2)

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

Pass 17 Jul 2006 8,102 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2006 8,101 miles

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

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

Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2005 6,898 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Zenith?

Based on 4,023 MOT tests across 859 vehicles.

75.8%
Pass Rate
655
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
859
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 158
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 109
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 91
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 77
Tyre tread not clearly visible 67
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R477 BAF is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 12,958 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 Zenith fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R477 BAF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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R477 BAF is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 19 August 1997.

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