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A988 UYF

1985 Peugeot 505

Beige Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,023 mi
Last recorded90,023 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2008
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 505141,939 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA988 UYF
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1985
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2008 90,023 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 89,994 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 88,965 miles

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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A988 UYF is a 1985 Peugeot 505 in Beige with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1985 Peugeot 505 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 141,939 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 A988 UYF, 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 41 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 A988 UYF registered?

A988 UYF is a 1985 Peugeot 505, first registered on 22 March 1985.

Is A988 UYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A988 UYF shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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