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S138 JCW

1998 Peugeot Zenith

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2018
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

21,315 mi
Last recorded21,315 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2017
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Zenith13,984 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS138 JCW
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2017 21,315 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2017 21,315 miles

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

Fail 4 Mar 2014 21,306 miles

Exhaust mounting does not fully support the exhaust system (7.1.1.c)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1c)

Front Tyre is unsuitable (4.1.1)

Nearside Steering lock stop ineffective (2.1.3)

Rear Roller brake test indicates brake effort rise disproportional to brake lever or pedal effort (3.3.A1c)

Rear Tyre fouling another component (4.1.4)

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

Wheel alignment incorrect which adversely affects the steering (2.5.1)

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

air filter box not secure

Pass 24 Jun 2011 21,300 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Fail 20 Jun 2011 21,300 miles

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

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 21,300 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 17,597 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2007 17,597 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2006 11,782 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2005 7,416 miles

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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S138 JCW is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 13,984 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 S138 JCW, 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 28 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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S138 JCW is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 1 September 1998.

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