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E888 FVJ

1988 Peugeot 505

Blue Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

109,664 mi
Last recorded109,664 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2006
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 505142,742 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE888 FVJ
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2006 109,664 miles

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to body

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 7 Aug 2006 109,652 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c) DANGEROUS

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8) DANGEROUS

Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.1.5) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

corrosion to body work

corrosion to rear valance

corrosion to steering and suspention parts

nearside front antiroll bar drop link bushes perished and cracked

offside front antiroll bar drop link bushes perished and cracked

play in nearside steering rack

startermotor faulty

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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E888 FVJ is a 1988 Peugeot 505 in Blue with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 E888 FVJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E888 FVJ registered?

E888 FVJ is a 1988 Peugeot 505, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E888 FVJ safe to buy?

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