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VU52 XCY

2002 Peugeot Elystar

Red Petrol 150cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

5,423 mi
Last recorded5,423 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2011
Typical for 2002 Peugeot Elystar8,721 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU52 XCY
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine150cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2011 5,423 miles

Front Roller brake test Higher brake efficiency normally obtainable. (3.3.A2b)

Fail 3 Jan 2008 5,372 miles

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

Pass 3 Jan 2008 5,372 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 5,204 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 4,666 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 XCY is a 2002 Peugeot Elystar in Red with a 150cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Peugeot Elystar models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.4% with a typical mileage of 8,721 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 XCY, 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 24 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 XCY registered?

VU52 XCY is a 2002 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 8 November 2002.

Is VU52 XCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for VU52 XCY shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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