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C209 EYC

1985 Peugeot 305

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

53,194 mi
Last recorded53,194 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 30598,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC209 EYC
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 53,194 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 52,790 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2024 51,927 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 51,812 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 51,576 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 51,465 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2019 51,341 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2019 51,341 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2018 50,785 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 50,785 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 49,934 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 48,059 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 6 May 2016 48,059 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 46,421 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 23 Apr 2015 46,363 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 44,930 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 44,930 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 43,724 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 43,419 miles

both top strut bushes showing signs of wear starting

Pass 23 Feb 2008 42,519 miles

n/s/f strut showing signs of wear starting

Pass 17 Feb 2007 41,764 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 40,840 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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C209 EYC is a 1985 Peugeot 305 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 C209 EYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C209 EYC registered?

C209 EYC is a 1985 Peugeot 305, first registered on 4 September 1985.

Is C209 EYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C209 EYC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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