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VF03 YPE

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Red Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jun 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

4,615 mi
Last recorded4,615 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2007
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 YPE
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2007 4,615 miles
Fail 23 May 2007 4,608 miles

Front Hydraulic brake control feels spongy (3.1.4a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a sticking brake (3.3.A1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) is excessively distorted (3.2.A1m)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Elystar?

Based on 3,599 MOT tests across 647 vehicles.

80.4%
Pass Rate
973
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
647
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 123
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 115
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 109
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 99
Roller brake test The less effective brake control does not achieve an efficiency of 25%. 45
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VF03 YPE is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Red with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Elystar models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 8,847 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 Elystar fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 123 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VF03 YPE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Elystar typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot Elystar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF03 YPE registered?

VF03 YPE is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is VF03 YPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 YPE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VF03 YPE have outstanding finance?

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