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G801 XLE

1989 Peugeot 309

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

128,071 mi
Last recorded128,071 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 30994,777 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG801 XLE
MakePeugeot
Model309
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 128,071 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2024 127,333 miles

Nearside sill, rear inner, corroded.

Offside sill, rear inner, corroded.

Parking brake efficiency low, nearside rear.

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under-vehicle surface corrosion, rear.

Fail 10 Aug 2024 127,316 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working Both nearside & offside. (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside sill, rear inner, corroded.

Offside sill, rear inner, corroded.

Parking brake efficiency low, nearside rear.

Under-vehicle surface corrosion, rear.

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2023 126,213 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 3 Aug 2023 126,213 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Aug 2006 126,203 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2006 126,203 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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G801 XLE is a 1989 Peugeot 309 in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1989 Peugeot 309 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 94,777 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 309 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,920 recorded failures. If you're considering buying G801 XLE, 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 37 years old, this Peugeot 309 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G801 XLE registered?

G801 XLE is a 1989 Peugeot 309, first registered on 3 August 1989.

Is G801 XLE safe to buy?

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