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B524 XPP

1985 Peugeot 305

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

77,926 mi
Last recorded77,926 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 30598,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB524 XPP
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 77,926 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2022 77,918 miles

oil leak/gearbox

Fail 22 Aug 2022 77,918 miles

Offside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

oil leak/gearbox

Pass 21 Jun 2021 77,631 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

oil leak

Fail 14 Jun 2021 77,617 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 16 Jun 2020 76,992 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 76,526 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 76,524 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2018 75,807 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2008 74,335 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 66,457 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 305?

Based on 5,399 MOT tests across 1,226 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,228
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 284
Brake pipe excessively corroded 274
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 237
constant velocity joint gaiter split 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 209
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B524 XPP is a 1985 Peugeot 305 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1985 Peugeot 305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 98,891 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 305 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 284 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B524 XPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 305 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 41 years old, this Peugeot 305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B524 XPP registered?

B524 XPP is a 1985 Peugeot 305, first registered on 15 January 1985.

Is B524 XPP safe to buy?

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