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HYC 234Y

1983 Peugeot 305

Blue Petrol 1472cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,598 mi
Last recorded129,598 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2007
Typical for 1983 Peugeot 30587,093 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHYC 234Y
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,472cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 4 Oct 2007 129,598 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

front brake discs worn

front number plate cracked

n/s rear tyre cracked

Pass 4 Oct 2006 126,215 miles

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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HYC 234Y is a 1983 Peugeot 305 in Blue with a 1,472cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 HYC 234Y, 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.

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What year was HYC 234Y registered?

HYC 234Y is a 1983 Peugeot 305, first registered on 1 February 1983.

Is HYC 234Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for HYC 234Y shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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