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R61 NEO

1997 Peugeot Squab

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2025
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,079 mi
Last recorded27,079 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2024
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Squab14,271 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR61 NEO
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2024 27,079 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2014 27,060 miles

Front Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 26,958 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 26,656 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 17 Sep 2009 26,515 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 26,244 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 26,163 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 25,605 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 25,605 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed (4.1.2a(iii)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. (2.3.6b)

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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R61 NEO is a 1997 Peugeot Squab in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R61 NEO, 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.

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What year was R61 NEO registered?

R61 NEO is a 1997 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R61 NEO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R61 NEO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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