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RX54 HWU

2004 Peugeot Vivacity

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

17,322 mi
Last recorded17,322 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 2004 Peugeot Vivacity10,929 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX54 HWU
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2012 17,322 miles

front tyres worn + perished

Pass 16 Jul 2011 15,128 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2010 12,147 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 12,131 miles

Front position lamp deteriorated and function impaired (1.1.1b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.6)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.1)

Rear shock absorber insecurely mounted (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Front Fairings insecure but not likely to impede the steering (2.1.2e)

Front wheel bearings are slightly rough (2.3.5b)

Pass 16 Jul 2009 8,495 miles

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

Fail 15 Jul 2009 8,945 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jul 2008 5,423 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 4,573 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2007 4,573 miles

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Vivacity?

Based on 46,137 MOT tests across 8,506 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
1,082
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,046
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 851
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 838
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 794
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 775
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RX54 HWU is a 2004 Peugeot Vivacity in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.6% with a typical mileage of 10,929 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 Vivacity fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 1,046 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX54 HWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Vivacity typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 22 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RX54 HWU registered?

RX54 HWU is a 2004 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 21 October 2004.

Is RX54 HWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX54 HWU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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