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E492 AEY

1988 Peugeot 305

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2012
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

214,908 mi
Last recorded214,908 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2011
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 305134,894 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE492 AEY
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2011 214,908 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2010 214,743 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2009 214,413 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 213,985 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 212,953 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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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E492 AEY is a 1988 Peugeot 305 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 134,894 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 E492 AEY, 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 38 years old, this Peugeot 305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E492 AEY registered?

E492 AEY is a 1988 Peugeot 305, first registered on 7 June 1988.

Is E492 AEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E492 AEY shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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