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A3 PLJ

1988 Peugeot 309

Bronze Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

13,290 mi
Last recorded13,290 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 30989,500 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 PLJ
MakePeugeot
Model309
Year1988
ColourBronze
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 13,290 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2025 13,066 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2024 12,872 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 12,641 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 12,572 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 12,330 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 12,327 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 12,304 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 12,295 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2017 12,216 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2017 12,188 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 12,079 miles

Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Fail 2 Jul 2015 11,984 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 11,984 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 11,828 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 11,567 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 11,451 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 11,113 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 10,967 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2009 10,748 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 10,269 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 9,884 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 9,413 miles

all four tyres have cracked & perished

How Reliable is the Peugeot 309?

Based on 93,983 MOT tests across 21,848 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
3,029
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
21,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,920
constant velocity joint gaiter split 5,666
brake binding 5,298
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,117
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,155
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A3 PLJ is a 1988 Peugeot 309 in Bronze with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 309 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 89,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 309 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,920 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A3 PLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 309 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Peugeot 309 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A3 PLJ registered?

A3 PLJ is a 1988 Peugeot 309, first registered on 1 June 1988.

Is A3 PLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A3 PLJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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