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YK03 CVW

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

11,781 mi
Last recorded11,781 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2013
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK03 CVW
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2013 11,781 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2013 11,781 miles

Roller brake test No brake control achieves an efficiency of 30%. (3.3.A2a)

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 17 Apr 2012 11,781 miles

front brake pads appear to be separating from their base plate

rear tyre has split in side wall but does not expose the ply or cords

Pass 17 May 2011 11,278 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 9,814 miles
Fail 20 May 2010 9,814 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.6)

Pass 28 Apr 2009 8,547 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 May 2008 7,519 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 21 May 2008 7,519 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 5,770 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 3,880 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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YK03 CVW is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YK03 CVW, 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 YK03 CVW registered?

YK03 CVW is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 1 May 2003.

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