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R539 SLB

1998 Peugeot Zenith

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2025
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

13,064 mi
Last recorded13,064 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2024
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Zenith13,984 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR539 SLB
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1998
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2024 13,064 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2024 13,064 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamp(s) (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 12,276 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2018 12,271 miles

Rear Outer Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Tyre tread not clearly visible (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Indicator tell tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))

side panels loos

Pass 11 Aug 2014 12,271 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 12,271 miles

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

Rear Tyre valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.2c)

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,271 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 11,598 miles

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 8,709 miles

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Fail 19 Aug 2010 8,688 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

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

Rear Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Front Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 8,663 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 7,896 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 7,878 miles

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

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1a)

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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R539 SLB is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 R539 SLB, 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 R539 SLB registered?

R539 SLB is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 20 February 1998.

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