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C520 DDV

1985 Peugeot 505

Grey Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2014
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

159,078 mi
Last recorded159,078 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 505141,939 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC520 DDV
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1985
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 159,078 miles

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

Offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Fail 6 Jun 2013 159,078 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside front tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

Pass 28 Jun 2012 152,462 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Slight leaks from steering systems

Fail 28 Jun 2012 152,462 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Slight leaks from steering systems

Pass 9 Jun 2011 146,001 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2011 146,000 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 251,894 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 243,725 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2009 243,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 232,751 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 221,503 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 221,503 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2006 213,890 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2005 208,208 miles

DAMPNESS ON POWER STEERING SYSTEM . †SUFACE CORROSION ON METAL BRAKE PIPES. †FRONT LANDING PANEL CORRODED

How Reliable is the Peugeot 505?

Based on 7,025 MOT tests across 1,448 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,702
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 486
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 450
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 426
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 384
Brake pipe excessively corroded 378
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C520 DDV is a 1985 Peugeot 505 in Grey with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1985 Peugeot 505 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 141,939 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 505 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C520 DDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 505 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 41 years old, this Peugeot 505 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was C520 DDV registered?

C520 DDV is a 1985 Peugeot 505, first registered on 4 September 1985.

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