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N179 BRC

1996 Peugeot Boxer

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

72,443 mi
Last recorded72,443 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Peugeot Boxer66,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN179 BRC
MakePeugeot
ModelBoxer
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 72,443 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 71,770 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 69,799 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

removable steering wheel pins slight play

Fail 13 Sep 2023 69,799 miles

Steering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2022 67,763 miles

No reverse lights

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 65,607 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test sat nav holder

Pass 14 Sep 2020 62,160 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 61,852 miles

all coil springs slightly corroded

both front suspension arms slightly worn

Pass 3 May 2018 61,104 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 59,092 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2016 56,880 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 54,873 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 52,900 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 49,112 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 45,798 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 40,301 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 38,900 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 38,604 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2010 38,604 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 2 Apr 2009 36,882 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 36,088 miles

radiator support cross member corroded badly

Fail 21 Apr 2008 36,086 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

radiator support cross member corroded badly

Pass 16 Apr 2007 32,825 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2007 32,825 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2006 29,634 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 29,634 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the left (1.6.B4)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Boxer?

Based on 1,709,897 MOT tests across 147,582 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
3,291
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
147,582
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,662
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25,000
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18,808
Registration plate lamp not working 18,740
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16,718
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N179 BRC is a 1996 Peugeot Boxer in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

Across all 1996 Peugeot Boxer models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 66,678 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Boxer fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 25,662 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N179 BRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Boxer typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Peugeot Boxer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N179 BRC?

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What year was N179 BRC registered?

N179 BRC is a 1996 Peugeot Boxer, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N179 BRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N179 BRC shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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