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Peugeot Elyseo (2002)

337 real MOT outcomes analysed • 82.4% first-time pass rate

2002 Peugeot Elyseo

CarHunch analysed 337 real MOT records for the 2002 Peugeot Elyseo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 337 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 2002 Peugeot Elyseo passes its MOT first time at 82.4%, fractionally above the UK average of 80%, suggesting broadly average reliability for a 22-year-old scooter. The dangerous defect rate of 13.1% is acceptable and not a major concern for buyers, though it warrants a pre-purchase inspection.

These machines show a median mileage of just 13,555 miles, which is notably low for their age and suggests many have been lightly used or stored—a good sign for potential longevity. When failures do occur, they're relatively minor (1.16 failures per vehicle on average), but advisories are frequent at 3.8 per vehicle, indicating wear in non-critical areas that you should budget to address gradually rather than all at once.

The 2002 Peugeot Elyseo passes its MOT first time at roughly the UK average rate (82.4%) — solid but worth checking this vehicle's history carefully.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.
First-time pass
82.4%
UK average ~80%
Around average
Dangerous (ever)
13.1%
At least once in MOT history
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Avg failures / car
1.16
Over 6.1 tests on record
High
Typical mileage
14k
Middle half: 9k–21k
For context
🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.
🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.8 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.
🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 337 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 337 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 28.6%
Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm · …
Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.
Brake wear 24.6%
Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick · …
Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.
Suspension & steering 14.4%
Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect · Nearside Front shock absorber has light misting of stanchion · Steering headbearing has slight free play · …
Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.
Lighting 10.8%
Exhaust slightly deteriorated
Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2002.

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Before you buy a 2002 Peugeot Elyseo

Based on MOT data from 337 vehicles — here's what to check.

  • 📋 Check the full MOT history. 13.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
    Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
  • 🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection ClickMechanic
  • 📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History carVertical Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,961 Peugeot Elyseo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Silver 31.4%
615
Red 25.9%
508
Blue 20.2%
396
Green 10.5%
206
Black 6.3%
124
Beige 5.2%
101
White 0.3%
6
Grey 0.3%
5

Mileage Distribution

Most 2002 Peugeot Elyseo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

13,555
typical
9,176
low mileage
21,493
high mileage

Half of all 2002 Peugeot Elyseo vehicles fall between 9,176 and 21,493 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?
Under 9,176 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.
9,176–21,493 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2002 Peugeot Elyseos sit.
Over 29,015 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2002 Peugeot Elyseo — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 17% of 2002 Peugeot Elyseos are still active.

Numbers are declining — 12 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2023 (17% of peak).

69 12 2014 2023

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2023.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

6.1
Avg MOT tests per vehicle
1.16
Avg failures per vehicle
3.8
Avg advisories per vehicle
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