2012 Peugeot Speedfight 0.0L Petrol · SV62 ABZ

The 2012 Peugeot Speedfight is presently roadworthy, the 31 August 2021 MOT at 11,890 miles showing a pass with no defects recorded. Earlier tests from 2018 to 2019 repeatedly flagged excessive wear in the steering headbearing, inadequate damping in both shock absorbers, and binding front brakes, while the 2020 test at 17,564 miles again recorded a clean pass. The sequence suggests that the issues identified in 2018‑19 were corrected before the 2021 inspection, indicating a resolving rather than worsening trend. With a recorded mileage of 11,890 at 14 years old, the vehicle averages just 849 miles per year, well below the typical usage for its age. Mileage accumulation has been steady: from 2016 1,156 miles to 2018 5,153 miles the total rose by about 4,000 miles over two years, then increased by roughly 6,500 miles in the following year, and finally added 3,300 miles in the nine months leading to the 2021 test. No abrupt spikes are evident, and the low annual figure points to light use or extended periods of inactivity. A buyer should therefore concentrate on the components that have repeatedly appeared on the record. The steering headbearing and both shock absorbers demand close examination for play, leakage and worn bushes, while the front brake calipers should be inspected for binding and the brake discs for scoring or excessive wear. The roller brake test result in 2021 confirms that braking efficiency now meets the required 25 % threshold, but the earlier failure indicates that the braking system was previously marginal. The missing off‑side lower fairing and broken n/s faring suggest potential structural damage or corrosion that should be assessed, and the seat mounting points must be verified for security. Finally, all lamp functions, including the registration plate lamp, should be tested to ensure compliance with current regulations. Overall, the recent clean MOT shows that the previously noted deficiencies have been remedied, yet the recurring steering, suspension and brake faults require a thorough on‑site inspection to verify repair quality and rule out hidden structural or corrosion issues.