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S979 SKM

1998 Peugeot Zenith

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2011
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

17,331 mi
Last recorded17,331 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2010
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Zenith13,984 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS979 SKM
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2010 17,331 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2010 17,331 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 14,444 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 13,086 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 11,839 miles

Front suspension assembly has slight free play between the sliding members (2.3.4)

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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S979 SKM is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 S979 SKM, 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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What year was S979 SKM registered?

S979 SKM is a 1998 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 28 October 1998.

Is S979 SKM safe to buy?

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