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J279 JFW

1991 Peugeot 309

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

46,302 mi
Last recorded46,302 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Peugeot 309103,906 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ279 JFW
MakePeugeot
Model309
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 46,302 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills, both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 46,111 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2024 45,827 miles

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 17 Jul 2024 45,827 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2023 45,510 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 45,510 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 45,156 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2022 45,144 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine limit 2.50. Reading 3.73 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Hazard warning lamps inoperative all offside (4.4.1 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2021 44,700 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 44,320 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 43,903 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 43,470 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 43,032 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 42,572 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 41,730 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 41,073 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 40,532 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 39,880 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 39,025 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 38,139 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 36,349 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 34,750 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 33,033 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 30,978 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2005 28,790 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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J279 JFW is a 1991 Peugeot 309 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 1991 Peugeot 309 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.0% with a typical mileage of 103,906 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 J279 JFW, 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 35 years old, this Peugeot 309 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J279 JFW registered?

J279 JFW is a 1991 Peugeot 309, first registered on 1 August 1991.

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