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P398 YTL

1997 Peugeot Zenith

Black Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2016
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

17,931 mi
Last recorded17,931 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Zenith12,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP398 YTL
MakePeugeot
ModelZenith
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2015 17,931 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 17,931 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 17,931 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 17,931 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2013 17,229 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,229 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 17,229 miles

Rear position lamp does not illuminate immediately when it is switched on (1.1.3a)

Pass 24 Mar 2011 17,229 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 17,229 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2009 17,229 miles

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

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

Rear shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil (2.4.A.1c)

Pass 5 Apr 2008 17,113 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 16,938 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 16,779 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(i))

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

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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P398 YTL is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith in Black with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Zenith models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 12,958 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 P398 YTL, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot Zenith is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P398 YTL registered?

P398 YTL is a 1997 Peugeot Zenith, first registered on 14 July 1997.

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