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E521 LNP

1988 Peugeot 505

Red Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

147,208 mi
Last recorded147,208 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2008
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 505142,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE521 LNP
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Fail 25 Jun 2008 147,208 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

o/s/front wing corroded

Pass 6 Jul 2007 145,640 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 145,640 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2006 143,262 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2006 143,262 miles

Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to both front inner arch and both rear outer lower wings

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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E521 LNP is a 1988 Peugeot 505 in Red with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 505 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 142,742 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 E521 LNP, 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 38 years old, this Peugeot 505 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E521 LNP is a 1988 Peugeot 505, first registered on 7 April 1988.

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