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R252 TFC

1997 Peugeot Buxy

Purple Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

17,689 mi
Last recorded17,689 miles
Recorded on30 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Buxy14,798 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR252 TFC
MakePeugeot
ModelBuxy
Year1997
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2008 17,689 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly juddering brake (3.3.A1b)

Rear Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Pass 4 May 2007 13,535 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 16,585 miles
Fail 11 May 2006 16,585 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

Nearside Direction indicators not working (1.5.1c)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Buxy?

Based on 457 MOT tests across 103 vehicles.

73.5%
Pass Rate
922
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
103
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 28
Steering headbearing has excessive free play 10
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 9
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 8
shock absorber has inadequate damping effect. 7
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R252 TFC is a 1997 Peugeot Buxy in Purple with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Buxy models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 14,798 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Buxy fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 28 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R252 TFC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Buxy typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot Buxy is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R252 TFC registered?

R252 TFC is a 1997 Peugeot Buxy, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R252 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R252 TFC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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