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R451 LNU

1997 Peugeot Motor Caravan

White Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

68,622 mi
Last recorded68,622 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 1997 Peugeot Motor Caravan61,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR451 LNU
MakePeugeot
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 68,622 miles

Central Exhaust silencer slightly loose Exhaust rubbers split (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 66,637 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 66,303 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 65,910 miles

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jun 2023 65,910 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Wheel bearing has slight play Both front (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Wheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2022 65,483 miles

Front Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 65,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 63,434 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2020 63,434 miles

All direction indicators not working with hazards on or single switch indicators stop working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2019 58,846 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Apr 2019 58,846 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2018 55,612 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 51,644 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Inner arch corroded behind shock (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 May 2016 48,779 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 47,618 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 45,903 miles

Crack along bottom of windscreen

Fail 27 Mar 2014 45,895 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Crack along bottom of windscreen

Pass 7 Mar 2013 43,748 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 43,748 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 18 May 2012 42,393 miles
Fail 18 May 2012 42,393 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Apr 2011 37,661 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 37,093 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 36,217 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2009 36,217 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 35,847 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 33,726 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 31,274 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Motor Caravan?

Based on 2,553 MOT tests across 156 vehicles.

75.4%
Pass Rate
1,891
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
156
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 44
position lamp(s) not working 39
brake binding 36
Headlamp aim too low 29
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27
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R451 LNU is a 1997 Peugeot Motor Caravan in White with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 61,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Motor Caravan fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R451 LNU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot Motor Caravan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R451 LNU registered?

R451 LNU is a 1997 Peugeot Motor Caravan, first registered on 8 October 1997.

Is R451 LNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R451 LNU shows 28 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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