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ECX 241Y

1983 Peugeot 305

Grey Petrol 1472cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,887 mi
Last recorded64,887 miles
Recorded on11 May 2010
Typical for 1983 Peugeot 30587,093 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECX 241Y
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1983
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,472cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2010 64,887 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 64,761 miles

corrosion present vehicle underside

Pass 13 May 2008 64,550 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 64,550 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 64,222 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 64,222 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

brake warning light stays on

vehicle has corrosion preasent on under side of vehicle

Pass 5 May 2006 63,758 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 63,968 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (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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ECX 241Y is a 1983 Peugeot 305 in Grey with a 1,472cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1983 Peugeot 305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 87,093 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 305 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 284 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ECX 241Y, 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 43 years old, this Peugeot 305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was ECX 241Y registered?

ECX 241Y is a 1983 Peugeot 305, first registered on 14 March 1983.

Is ECX 241Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECX 241Y shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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