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E623 HLO

1988 Peugeot 505

Grey Petrol 1971cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

163,717 mi
Last recorded163,717 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2008
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 505142,742 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE623 HLO
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,971cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2008 163,717 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

filler to o/s/r door step. failed magnet test

o/s/f shock absorber starting to weep

o/s/r chassis starting to corrode

oil leak

slight damage to rear belts

slight play to n/s/f wheel bearing

suspect n/s/r outter sill spot welded

temp repair to rear exhaust section

Fail 25 Jan 2008 163,716 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

filler to o/s/r door step. failed magnet test

o/s/f shock absorber starting to weep

o/s/r chassis starting to corrode

oil leak

slight damage to rear belts

slight play to n/s/f wheel bearing

suspect n/s/r outter sill spot welded

temp repair to rear exhaust section

Pass 25 Jan 2007 161,580 miles

several areas of the vehicle in poor condition due to corrosion,

Fail 22 Jan 2007 161,576 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 4 Feb 2006 158,838 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 158,838 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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E623 HLO is a 1988 Peugeot 505 in Grey with a 1,971cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 E623 HLO, 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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What year was E623 HLO registered?

E623 HLO is a 1988 Peugeot 505, first registered on 11 February 1988.

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