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VU52 TYP

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Red Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

15,722 mi
Last recorded15,722 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2010
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 TYP
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2010 15,722 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 14,468 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 1 Apr 2009 14,468 miles

Rear suspension bush excessively deteriorated (2.4.A2a(i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

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

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 11,731 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,663 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2007 9,663 miles

Front shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.3.3)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2006 5,694 miles

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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VU52 TYP is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Red with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VU52 TYP, 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.

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What year was VU52 TYP registered?

VU52 TYP is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 25 January 2003.

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