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R541 UYC

1997 Peugeot Squab

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

29,242 mi
Last recorded29,242 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2014
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Squab14,271 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR541 UYC
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2014 29,242 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 29,049 miles

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Fail 28 Feb 2013 29,049 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Lower Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Offside Front suspension has slight corrosion (2.3.8)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 28,293 miles

rear lamp lens cracked

Pass 8 Feb 2011 27,568 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 27,568 miles

Front Tyre has a lump caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.2a(ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2010 25,620 miles

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

Pass 16 Feb 2009 24,557 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2008 19,885 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 18,578 miles

front forks has surface rust!

Fail 31 Jan 2007 18,578 miles

Rear reflector on motorcycle missing (1.4.1)

front forks has surface rust!

How Reliable is the Peugeot Squab?

Based on 994 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Tyre tread not clearly visible 16
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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R541 UYC is a 1997 Peugeot Squab in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Squab models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 14,271 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 Squab fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R541 UYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R541 UYC registered?

R541 UYC is a 1997 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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The MOT history for R541 UYC shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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