Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2011 Peugeot Kisbee?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2011 Peugeot Kisbee?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2011 Peugeot Kisbee?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 2011 Peugeot Kisbee reliable?

Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles, the 2011 Peugeot Kisbee has a first-time MOT pass rate of 83.7%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2011 Peugeot Kisbee?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2011 Peugeot Kisbee are: Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (53.6% of vehicles), Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (13.8% of vehicles), Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (12.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2011 Peugeot Kisbee?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Peugeot Kisbee (2011)

155 real MOT outcomes analysed • 83.7% first-time pass rate

2011 Peugeot Kisbee

CarHunch analysed 155 real MOT records for the 2011 Peugeot Kisbee. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2011 Peugeot Kisbee posts an 83.7% first-time pass rate, which sits comfortably above the UK average of 80%, suggesting this scooter model holds up reasonably well through its MOT life. With 15.5% of vehicles having recorded a dangerous defect at some point, safety issues aren't widespread enough to deter a buyer, though you should inspect brakes and lights carefully on any used example.

These machines typically rack up just over 10,000 miles by test time, which is modest mileage for their age, and they average 1.06 failures and 2.7 advisories per MOT—minor wear rather than systemic problems. Before purchase, run a full MOT history check to see whether a specific bike has avoided that dangerous defect bracket, as the median Carhunch score of 50 shows considerable variation in condition between individual units.

We have limited data for the 2011 Peugeot Kisbee — treat the figures below as indicative rather than definitive.

⚠️ 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

83.7%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

15.5%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.06

Over 5.5 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

10k

Middle half: 6k–14k

For context

These stats describe 155 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 155 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 53.6%

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Rear Tyre tread not clearly visible

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Suspension & steering 13.8%

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' · Steering headbearing slightly stiff or notchy · Steering headbearing has slight free play

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 12.5%

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit · Rear Brake lever has inadequate reserve travel · Front Brake binding but not excessively · …

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 7.6%

Headlamp at least one does not illuminate on dipped beam · Headlamp aim too high · Headlamp not working on dipped beam · …

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Exhaust & emissions 7.3%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2011.

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Based on MOT data from 155 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 15.5% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
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🔍 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 →
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Mileage Distribution

Most 2011 Peugeot Kisbee 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.

9,532

typical

5,906

low mileage

14,390

high mileage

Half of all 2011 Peugeot Kisbee vehicles fall between 5,906 and 14,390 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 5,906 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.

✓ 5,906–14,390 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2011 Peugeot Kisbees sit.

⚠ Over 19,426 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2011 Peugeot Kisbee — Still on the Road

Numbers are thinning — 16% of 2011 Peugeot Kisbees are still active.

Numbers are declining — 18 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025 (16% of peak).

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
* 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

5.5

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.06

Avg failures per vehicle

2.7

Avg advisories per vehicle

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