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R501 MNU

1998 Peugeot Zenith

Green Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

22,530 mi
Last recorded22,530 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2010
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Zenith13,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR501 MNU
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2010 22,530 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 20,422 miles

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

no stand fitted

Fail 20 Jun 2009 20,422 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a)

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

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

no stand fitted

Pass 26 Feb 2008 17,629 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 17,612 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2007 15,996 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 14,190 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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R501 MNU is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith in Green with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 13,984 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 R501 MNU, 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 28 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R501 MNU registered?

R501 MNU is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 7 February 1998.

Is R501 MNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R501 MNU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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