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A931 DRC

1984 Peugeot 505

Silver Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,249 mi
Last recorded78,249 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2022
Typical for 1984 Peugeot 505142,224 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA931 DRC
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1984
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2022 78,249 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 78,187 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 77,050 miles

vehicle has modified suspension, not able to use roller brake tester therefore decelerometer brake test carried out.

Fail 18 Jan 2008 77,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

vehicle has modified suspension, not able to use roller brake tester therefore decelerometer brake test carried out.

Pass 12 Feb 2007 76,311 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2006 76,174 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 505?

Based on 7,025 MOT tests across 1,448 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,702
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 486
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 450
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 426
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 384
Brake pipe excessively corroded 378
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A931 DRC is a 1984 Peugeot 505 in Silver with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1984 Peugeot 505 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.5% with a typical mileage of 142,224 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 505 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A931 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 505 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 42 years old, this Peugeot 505 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A931 DRC registered?

A931 DRC is a 1984 Peugeot 505, first registered on 15 February 1984.

Is A931 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A931 DRC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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