Peugeot 605 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
Free Peugeot 605 car check
Is the Peugeot 605 reliable? We analysed 7,454 real MOT tests across 1,786 vehicles to find out.
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The Peugeot 605 is about average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Common problems include parking brake: efficiency below requirements, tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm and constant velocity joint gaiter split. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Peugeot 605.
Peugeot 605 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Peugeot 605. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Peugeot 605 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Peugeot 605 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Peugeot 605 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Peugeot 605 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Peugeot 605 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Peugeot 605 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Peugeot 605 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Peugeot 605 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | 138 | 67.4% | 62,670 | 87,735 | 109,083 |
| 1998 | 382 | 72.3% | 65,661 | 88,724 | 119,712 |
| 1997 | 705 | 68.8% | 76,646 | 97,148 | 120,782 |
| 1996 | 1,003 | 67.9% | 84,845 | 110,385 | 140,780 |
| 1995 | 1,482 | 65.2% | 84,131 | 112,911 | 143,792 |
| 1994 | 1,230 | 65.7% | 87,903 | 112,862 | 141,144 |
| 1993 | 768 | 66.1% | 89,795 | 113,888 | 151,078 |
| 1992 | 903 | 64.1% | 88,385 | 119,096 | 156,488 |
| 1991 | 605 | 62.1% | 84,706 | 110,402 | 134,324 |
| 1990 | 153 | 63.4% | 77,369 | 104,362 | 130,740 |
How Long Does a Peugeot 605 Last?
Based on 1,786 Peugeot 605 vehicles on UK roads.
Peugeot 605 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Peugeot 605 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Peugeot 605
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
72.3% MOT pass rate from 382 tests
62.1% MOT pass rate from 605 tests
The best year to buy a used Peugeot 605 is 1998, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 72.3% across 382 tests. The 1991 model year has the lowest pass rate at 62.1% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Peugeot 605 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot 605 THIS CAR | 66.2% | 7,454 | 109,082 mi | 36 yrs |
| Peugeot 206 | 67.7% | 9,831,622 | 65,066 mi | 28 yrs |
| Peugeot 307 | 67.5% | 5,095,133 | 73,548 mi | 25 yrs |
| Peugeot 207 | 70.9% | 4,554,199 | 59,259 mi | 20 yrs |
| BMW F850 | 95.2% | 3,534 | 8,958 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Peugeot 206 (67.7% pass rate) and the Peugeot 307 (67.5% pass rate), the Peugeot 605 trails behind on MOT reliability.
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Check a specific Peugeot 605Should you buy a used Peugeot 605?
The Peugeot 605 has an overall MOT pass rate of 66.2% across 7,454 real MOT tests — roughly in line with the UK average.
The most common problems on the Peugeot 605 are parking brake: efficiency below requirements (579 recorded failures), tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (398), and constant velocity joint gaiter split (328). These are the faults most likely to cause an MOT failure on this model, so check for them carefully on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection. Many are wear-and-tear items that can be budgeted for, but a car that's already failing on multiple fronts may signal neglected maintenance.
A typical Peugeot 605 owner drives around 4,153 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Peugeot 605 models stay on UK roads for around 36 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.