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H179 JPY

1990 Peugeot 309

Red Petrol 1294cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Dec 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,994 mi
Last recorded163,994 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2025
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 30998,192 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH179 JPY
MakePeugeot
Model309
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,294cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 9 Dec 2025 163,994 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2024 161,939 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2023 157,541 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 156,525 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2019 154,380 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 151,494 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 148,627 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 145,700 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 143,013 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 140,064 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 137,010 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 134,725 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 132,238 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 129,854 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 126,439 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 123,411 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 119,791 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 115,794 miles

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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H179 JPY is a 1990 Peugeot 309 in Red with a 1,294cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1990 Peugeot 309 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 98,192 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 H179 JPY, 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 36 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 H179 JPY registered?

H179 JPY is a 1990 Peugeot 309, first registered on 12 November 1990.

Is H179 JPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for H179 JPY shows 18 tests 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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