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L490 EPG

1994 Peugeot 505

White Petrol 2165cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

74,604 mi
Last recorded74,604 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL490 EPG
MakePeugeot
Model505
Year1994
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,165cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2013 74,604 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 14 Oct 2013 74,602 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Fail 17 Oct 2012 72,915 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

offside front tyre perished

Pass 17 Oct 2012 72,915 miles

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

offside front tyre perished

Pass 19 Oct 2011 71,194 miles

nearside front tyre spliting/cracking

offside front tyre spliting/cracking

Pass 28 Sep 2010 69,594 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 69,594 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2009 67,978 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 65,927 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 65,927 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Oct 2007 63,145 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 63,145 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Oct 2006 61,016 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2006 61,016 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 505?

Based on 7,025 MOT tests across 1,448 vehicles.

63.8%
Pass Rate
2,702
Miles/Year
43
Year Lifespan
1,448
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Steering rack gaiter split 486
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 450
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 426
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 384
Brake pipe excessively corroded 378
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L490 EPG is a 1994 Peugeot 505 in White with a 2,165cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

The most common reason a Peugeot 505 fails its MOT is steering rack gaiter split, accounting for 486 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L490 EPG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 505 typically stays on UK roads for around 43 years. At 32 years old, this Peugeot 505 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L490 EPG registered?

L490 EPG is a 1994 Peugeot 505, first registered on 15 February 1994.

Is L490 EPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for L490 EPG shows 14 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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