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YX08 BGF

2008 Peugeot Vivacity

White Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

13,836 mi
Last recorded13,836 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Peugeot Vivacity7,771 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX08 BGF
MakePeugeot
ModelVivacity
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2018 13,836 miles

Engine mounting/bracket damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Road spring worn, but not excessively (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 12,314 miles

Nearside Front Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2016 10,882 miles

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Fail 11 Aug 2016 10,879 miles

Nearside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times per minute (1.5.1c)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion (2.3.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 9,612 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 8,427 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2014 8,427 miles

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam (1.2.2a(i))

Pass 12 Aug 2013 6,658 miles

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)

Fail 12 Aug 2013 6,658 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Front wheel bearings are excessively rough (2.3.5b)

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)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 4,893 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2011 3,346 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Vivacity?

Based on 46,137 MOT tests across 8,506 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
1,082
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
8,506
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 1,046
suspension has excessive stiffness in the suspension movement. 851
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 838
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 794
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 775
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YX08 BGF is a 2008 Peugeot Vivacity in White with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Peugeot Vivacity models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 7,771 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 Vivacity fails its MOT is shock absorber has inadequate damping effect., accounting for 1,046 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YX08 BGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Vivacity typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 18 years old, this Peugeot Vivacity is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YX08 BGF registered?

YX08 BGF is a 2008 Peugeot Vivacity, first registered on 14 August 2008.

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