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G244 VFG

1990 Peugeot 505

Red Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

236,168 mi
Last recorded236,168 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2005
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 505142,174 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG244 VFG
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2005 236,168 miles

rear seat not fitted at time of retest, belts not tested

Fail 10 Nov 2005 236,166 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Nov 2005 236,163 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Exstensive corosion to off side front inner wheel arch area. ( very near MOT 30cm area limit to a suspension mounting)

Several stone chips in windscreen to the off side area .

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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G244 VFG is a 1990 Peugeot 505 in Red with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1990 Peugeot 505 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.6% with a typical mileage of 142,174 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 G244 VFG, 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 36 years old, this Peugeot 505 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was G244 VFG registered?

G244 VFG is a 1990 Peugeot 505, first registered on 20 June 1990.

Is G244 VFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G244 VFG shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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