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AK61 MWU

2012 Peugeot 508

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

146,038 mi
Last recorded146,038 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Peugeot 50889,326 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK61 MWU
MakePeugeot
Model508
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 146,038 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 140,333 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 135,238 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2024 135,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 128,806 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 128,806 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel fixing missing bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2022 124,805 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2021 120,714 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2021 120,714 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 117,733 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 112,236 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2018 107,644 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2017 103,819 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2017 103,819 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2016 99,096 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 90,769 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 90,769 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 508?

Based on 238,483 MOT tests across 24,271 vehicles.

79.4%
Pass Rate
8,388
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
24,271
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,335
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,050
Registration plate lamp not working 1,126
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AK61 MWU is a 2012 Peugeot 508 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2012 Peugeot 508 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 89,326 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 508 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,335 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK61 MWU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 508 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Peugeot 508 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AK61 MWU registered?

AK61 MWU is a 2012 Peugeot 508, first registered on 24 January 2012.

Is AK61 MWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK61 MWU shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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