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J303 PPF

1991 Peugeot 405

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2023
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,816 mi
Last recorded82,816 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2022
Typical for 1991 Peugeot 405133,152 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ303 PPF
MakePeugeot
Model405
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2022 82,816 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rear ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective duller beam pattern than offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rear sidelights slightly flickering with indicator on (4.2.3 (c))

Fail 8 Sep 2022 82,816 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded both front to rear ()

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective duller beam pattern than offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp both rear sidelights slightly flickering with indicator on (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 6 Jul 2021 81,349 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jul 2021 81,343 miles

Offside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Feb 2011 81,308 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 81,308 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 405?

Based on 393,825 MOT tests across 81,151 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
5,679
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
81,151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,967
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,545
constant velocity joint gaiter split 17,957
Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,166
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J303 PPF is a 1991 Peugeot 405 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1991 Peugeot 405 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 133,152 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 405 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,967 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J303 PPF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 405 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 35 years old, this Peugeot 405 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J303 PPF registered?

J303 PPF is a 1991 Peugeot 405, first registered on 17 October 1991.

Is J303 PPF safe to buy?

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