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R559 JFG

1998 Peugeot Squab

Red Petrol 49cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2020
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

12,081 mi
Last recorded12,081 miles
Recorded on16 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Peugeot Squab11,748 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR559 JFG
MakePeugeot
ModelSquab
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine49cc
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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2019 12,081 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 11,770 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2018 11,725 miles

Rear Tyre has ply or cord exposed in the deep cracks (4.1.2a(iii)

Rear reflector on motorcycle obscured (1.4.2b)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 11,624 miles

Rear tyre is perished resulting in deep cracks in the tread

Pass 28 Jul 2014 11,274 miles

Rear tyre perished

Pass 10 May 2013 10,695 miles

rear tyre slightly perished

Pass 7 Apr 2008 10,672 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 10,644 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2005 9,783 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Squab?

Based on 994 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
554
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 44
Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam 17
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 17
Tyre tread not clearly visible 16
Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel 14
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R559 JFG is a 1998 Peugeot Squab in Red with a 49cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot Squab models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 11,748 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Squab fails its MOT is stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies, accounting for 44 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R559 JFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Squab typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Peugeot Squab is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R559 JFG registered?

R559 JFG is a 1998 Peugeot Squab, first registered on 18 February 1998.

Is R559 JFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R559 JFG shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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