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A8 VKT

1997 Peugeot 306

Yellow Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

153,203 mi
Last recorded153,203 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2010
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 30699,564 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 VKT
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year1997
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2010 153,203 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

handbrake high

n/s/r brake slightly binding

o/s chassis poor

Fail 26 Jun 2010 153,195 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

n/s/r brake slightly binding

o/s chassis poor

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

handbrake high

Pass 23 Jun 2009 150,853 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s wiper split

Pass 14 Jun 2008 146,086 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

nearside rer brake slightly binding

Pass 30 Jul 2007 140,009 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2006 129,512 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2005 117,016 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 306?

Based on 3,183,877 MOT tests across 366,849 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
6,297
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
366,849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 180,645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 178,447
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 118,536
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 108,455
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 102,612
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A8 VKT is a 1997 Peugeot 306 in Yellow with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 306 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 99,564 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 306 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 180,645 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A8 VKT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 306 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot 306 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A8 VKT registered?

A8 VKT is a 1997 Peugeot 306, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is A8 VKT safe to buy?

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