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R647 TJC

1997 Peugeot Zenith

Blue Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2012
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,557 mi
Last recorded21,557 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Zenith12,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR647 TJC
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2011 21,557 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 17,855 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 17,207 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 17,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

Fail 19 Sep 2006 17,157 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.2.3b)

Nearside Front Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Offside Front Direction indicator damaged and function impaired (1.5.3a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

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

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

front fairing pannel loose

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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R647 TJC is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith in Blue with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 12,958 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 R647 TJC, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R647 TJC registered?

R647 TJC is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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