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V856 PBH

2000 Peugeot Vivacity

Yellow Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

26,266 mi
Last recorded26,266 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Peugeot Vivacity14,534 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV856 PBH
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2000
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 26,266 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 13 May 2025 25,347 miles

Front Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 May 2024 24,469 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 23,285 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 21,932 miles

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2022 21,932 miles

Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 24 May 2021 21,294 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Fail 11 May 2021 21,294 miles

Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Brake lever is bent but brake can still be readily applied (1.1.2 (d))

Pass 16 Oct 2019 21,063 miles

Front Wheel bearings Slightly rough when rotated

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Shock has Slightly reduced damping effect

Pass 13 Sep 2018 20,711 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Suspension has reduced damping effect

Pass 20 Apr 2017 19,919 miles

Rear shock absorber has a light misting (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 19,633 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2014 19,297 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 28 Oct 2014 19,297 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 18,408 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 17,923 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 16,964 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 16,398 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 15,718 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 15,012 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2007 14,361 miles

Rear Brake lever insecure (3.1.2a)

Pass 15 Mar 2007 14,361 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 13,487 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2006 13,487 miles

Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.2)

Headlamp damaged and function impaired (1.2.3a)

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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V856 PBH is a 2000 Peugeot Vivacity in Yellow with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.4% with a typical mileage of 14,534 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 V856 PBH, 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 26 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V856 PBH registered?

V856 PBH is a 2000 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 11 February 2000.

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