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C575 XRT

1985 Peugeot 305

Green Diesel 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

5,230 mi
Last recorded5,230 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 30598,891 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC575 XRT
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 5,230 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 5,222 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Nov 2024 5,222 miles

Fuel hose leaking by fuel tank (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2023 2,359 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2023 2,359 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2021 132,709 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2021 132,709 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. both (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens missing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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C575 XRT is a 1985 Peugeot 305 in Green with a 1,900cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 C575 XRT, 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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What year was C575 XRT registered?

C575 XRT is a 1985 Peugeot 305, first registered on 16 December 1985.

Is C575 XRT safe to buy?

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