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R487 MNK

1998 Peugeot Trekker

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2009
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

15,730 mi
Last recorded15,730 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2008
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Trekker16,519 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 MNK
MakePeugeot
ModelTrekker
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2008 15,730 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2008 15,697 miles

Front Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on main beam (1.2.2a(ii))

Fail 22 Jun 2006 15,670 miles

Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.2.4)

Nearside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Offside Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Steering movement excessively 'notchy' with the weight on the lower bearing (2.2.1a)

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

Front Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. (3.3.A2b) DANGEROUS

Front suspension assembly slightly corroded. (2.3.1)

Rear Brake lever pivots slightly worn (3.1.3a)

nail in tyre

rear tyre pressure low due to nail/screw in tyre

reduce rear brake lever free play to increase reserve travel.

How Reliable is the Peugeot Trekker?

Based on 16,224 MOT tests across 3,211 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
1,151
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
3,211
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 537
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 375
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 364
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 359
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 353
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R487 MNK is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Trekker models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 16,519 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 Trekker fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 537 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R487 MNK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Trekker typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Peugeot Trekker is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R487 MNK registered?

R487 MNK is a 1998 Peugeot Trekker, first registered on 14 May 1998.

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