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R796 LEL

1997 Peugeot Buxy

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

27,829 mi
Last recorded27,829 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Buxy14,798 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR796 LEL
MakePeugeot
ModelBuxy
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2008 27,829 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Fail 25 Jul 2007 26,317 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 26,317 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged but function not impaired (1.5.3a)

Rear Wheel damaged but not significantly reducing the original strength (4.2.1a)

Pass 6 Jul 2006 26,317 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 26,317 miles

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

front left hand indicator lens cracked

oil tank cap damaged

Pass 30 Jun 2005 24,681 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2005 24,589 miles

Front Brake disc(s) has excessive run out (3.2.A1m)

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

Offside Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Buxy?

Based on 457 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
922
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 7
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R796 LEL is a 1997 Peugeot Buxy in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Buxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 14,798 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 Buxy fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R796 LEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was R796 LEL registered?

R796 LEL is a 1997 Peugeot Buxy, first registered on 2 August 1997.

Is R796 LEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R796 LEL shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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