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W946 RLJ

2000 Peugeot Zenith

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

41,636 mi
Last recorded41,636 miles
Recorded on9 May 2017
Typical for 2000 Peugeot Zenith9,115 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW946 RLJ
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 May 2017 41,636 miles

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Fail 6 May 2017 41,636 miles

Front Tyre has ply or cord exposed Front (4.1.2a(iii)

Front suspension has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.3.6c)

Headlamp deteriorated but function not impaired (1.2.3a)

Pass 28 Feb 2015 40,029 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 40,029 miles

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 39,882 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2014 39,882 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 37,931 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 34,890 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 31,289 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 31,284 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 27 Oct 2008 31,201 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 31,201 miles

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Indicator tell tale not functioning (1.5.2)

Rear shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. (2.4.A.3b)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Rear wheel bearings have slight free play (2.4.A.2c)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2007 26,988 miles

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

Fail 29 Oct 2007 26,988 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Horn not working (1.7.3a)

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,220 miles

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Fail 30 Oct 2006 23,220 miles

Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel (3.1.3b)

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 19,522 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2005 19,522 miles

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

Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible (4.1.3(i))

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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W946 RLJ is a 2000 Peugeot Zenith in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2000 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 9,115 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 Zenith fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 158 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W946 RLJ, 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 26 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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W946 RLJ is a 2000 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 16 August 2000.

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