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B589 ATM

1985 Peugeot 305

Maroon Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

206,867 mi
Last recorded206,867 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2008
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 30598,891 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB589 ATM
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1985
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2008 206,867 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres badly cracking

both rear brakes slightly binding and some imbalance

corrosion to inner and outer sills

corrosion to rear bumper

front number plate in poor condition

some play in offside of steering rack and slight leak

Pass 18 Sep 2007 205,001 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres cracking

corrosion to sills and floors

some corrosion to rear bumper

some play in steering rack

Fail 10 Sep 2007 204,949 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

all tyres cracking

corrosion to sills and floors

some corrosion to rear bumper

some slight play in steering rack

Pass 18 Sep 2006 201,879 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside doors and wings rusted

Fail 12 Sep 2006 201,824 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Oil leak

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearsde doors and wings rusted

Pass 19 Sep 2005 198,797 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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B589 ATM is a 1985 Peugeot 305 in Maroon with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 B589 ATM, 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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B589 ATM is a 1985 Peugeot 305, first registered on 3 June 1985.

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