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F38 NPC

1988 Peugeot 504

White Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,430 mi
Last recorded59,430 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 50485,346 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF38 NPC
MakePeugeot
Model504
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 59,430 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 59,235 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 59,065 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 58,756 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 58,167 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 57,567 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 56,986 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 55,700 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 55,321 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 54,995 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 54,709 miles

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Sep 2009 54,393 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2009 54,393 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 53,704 miles

both rear tyres have small splits on outer walls

Pass 28 Aug 2007 53,336 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 53,056 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 53,053 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2005 52,716 miles

both rear tyres outer walls have small cuts

fuel pipes surface corrosion at rear of vehicle

How Reliable is the Peugeot 504?

Based on 5,555 MOT tests across 996 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
1,405
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
996
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 660
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 481
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 440
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 325
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F38 NPC is a 1988 Peugeot 504 in White with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 504 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.1% with a typical mileage of 85,346 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 504 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 660 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F38 NPC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 504 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 38 years old, this Peugeot 504 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was F38 NPC registered?

F38 NPC is a 1988 Peugeot 504, first registered on 17 September 1988.

Is F38 NPC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F38 NPC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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