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BGJ 72S

1978 Peugeot 504

Red Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,826 mi
Last recorded84,826 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBGJ 72S
MakePeugeot
Model504
Year1978
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2009 84,826 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 84,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in front tyre

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

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

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Fail 24 Oct 2008 84,074 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in front tyre

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Pass 24 Oct 2007 70,775 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Spare tyre defective

Oil leak

Pass 20 Oct 2006 84,420 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 504?

Based on 5,555 MOT tests across 996 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
1,405
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
996
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 660
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 481
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 440
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 325
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BGJ 72S is a 1978 Peugeot 504 in Red with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

The most common reason a Peugeot 504 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 660 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BGJ 72S, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 504 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 48 years old, this Peugeot 504 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BGJ 72S registered?

BGJ 72S is a 1978 Peugeot 504, first registered on 7 April 1978.

Is BGJ 72S safe to buy?

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