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C233 PCD

1985 Peugeot 305

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2008
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

18,368 mi
Last recorded18,368 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2008
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 30598,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC233 PCD
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 3 Apr 2008 18,368 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

advise all brake hoses perishing

advise corrosion in rear suspension prescribed areas

frequently stalling during mot test

steering and suspension components all showing age and wear

Pass 3 Apr 2007 112,054 miles

advise auxilary belts very loose

advise corrosion within 30 cm of body mounts o/s/r suspension mounting area

advise o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

front number plate has damage

n/s and o/s track rod end gaitors split

n/s headlamp has weak pattern

no spare wheel in carrier

oil leaks

steering and suspension showing age

Fail 28 Mar 2007 112,054 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

advise corrosion within 30 cm of body mounts o/s/r suspension mounting area

advise o/s/r wheel bearing slight noise

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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C233 PCD is a 1985 Peugeot 305 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 C233 PCD, 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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C233 PCD is a 1985 Peugeot 305, first registered on 29 October 1985.

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