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Y493 OTU

2001 Peugeot Boxer

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,821 mi
Last recorded71,821 miles
Recorded on2 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Peugeot Boxer51,398 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY493 OTU
MakePeugeot
ModelBoxer
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2026 71,821 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Under vehicle is covered with underseal

Pass 17 Apr 2025 70,719 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 70,719 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Jun 2024 69,628 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 66,609 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 62,748 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2021 59,131 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 56,062 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 53,222 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 51,096 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 49,560 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 47,365 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 47,365 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust rubbers deteriorated (7.1.1)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2015 44,698 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 44,698 miles

Both rear tyres perished

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside front tyre perished & worn inner edge

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 28 May 2013 44,698 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 44,698 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 May 2012 44,698 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 44,698 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Slight water leak near expansion tank. Rubber exhaust supports slightly deteriorated

Pass 13 May 2010 43,157 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 40,769 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 40,677 miles
Pass 22 May 2007 38,027 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 35,667 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Boxer?

Based on 1,709,897 MOT tests across 147,582 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
3,291
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
147,582
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,662
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25,000
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18,808
Registration plate lamp not working 18,740
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16,718
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Y493 OTU is a 2001 Peugeot Boxer in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot Boxer models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 51,398 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Boxer fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 25,662 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y493 OTU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Boxer typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Peugeot Boxer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y493 OTU registered?

Y493 OTU is a 2001 Peugeot Boxer, first registered on 1 May 2001.

Is Y493 OTU safe to buy?

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