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J290 MVR

1991 Peugeot 504

Blue Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2009
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

123,370 mi
Last recorded123,370 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2008
Typical for 1991 Peugeot 50497,477 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ290 MVR
MakePeugeot
Model504
Year1991
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2008 123,370 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2008 123,370 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear brake drum contaminated by brake fluid (3.5.1h)

Nearside Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 5 Jun 2008 123,370 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 1 Jun 2007 123,370 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 1 Jun 2007 123,370 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 504?

Based on 5,555 MOT tests across 996 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
1,405
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
996
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 660
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 481
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 440
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 325
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J290 MVR is a 1991 Peugeot 504 in Blue with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

Across all 1991 Peugeot 504 models, the average MOT pass rate is 59.0% with a typical mileage of 97,477 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 504 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 660 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J290 MVR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 504 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 35 years old, this Peugeot 504 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J290 MVR registered?

J290 MVR is a 1991 Peugeot 504, first registered on 15 August 1991.

Is J290 MVR safe to buy?

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