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E980 SEL

1988 Peugeot 309

Beige Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2007
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

214,986 mi
Last recorded214,986 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2006
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 30989,500 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE980 SEL
MakePeugeot
Model309
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 15 Mar 2006 214,986 miles

both front struts damp.

condensation in n/s headlamp.

front brake binding slightly.

n/s/r foot brake & hanbrake performance slightly low.

various engine oil leaks.

various stone chips in windsceen.

How Reliable is the Peugeot 309?

Based on 93,983 MOT tests across 21,848 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
3,029
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
21,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,920
constant velocity joint gaiter split 5,666
brake binding 5,298
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,117
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,155
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E980 SEL is a 1988 Peugeot 309 in Beige with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 309 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 89,500 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 309 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,920 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E980 SEL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 309 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Peugeot 309 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E980 SEL registered?

E980 SEL is a 1988 Peugeot 309, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E980 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E980 SEL shows 1 test 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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