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YX53 DMU

2003 Peugeot Elystar

Silver Petrol 124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

20,126 mi
Last recorded20,126 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2007
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Elystar8,847 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 DMU
MakePeugeot
ModelElystar
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2007 20,126 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2007 20,126 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Front Brake caliper(s) securing bolt(s) loose (3.2.A1j) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 17 Oct 2006 17,105 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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YX53 DMU is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar in Silver with a 124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 YX53 DMU, 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.

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What year was YX53 DMU registered?

YX53 DMU is a 2003 Peugeot Elystar, first registered on 25 November 2003.

Is YX53 DMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 DMU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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