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N261 BDU

1996 Peugeot 605

Red Petrol 2963cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,331 mi
Last recorded61,331 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2007
Typical for 1996 Peugeot 605110,385 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN261 BDU
MakePeugeot
Model605
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,963cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2007 61,331 miles
Pass 29 May 2006 61,164 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 61,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 605?

Based on 7,454 MOT tests across 1,786 vehicles.

66.2%
Pass Rate
4,153
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
1,786
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 579
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 398
constant velocity joint gaiter split 328
parking brake recording little or no effort 304
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 285
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N261 BDU is a 1996 Peugeot 605 in Red with a 2,963cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Peugeot 605 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 110,385 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 605 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 579 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N261 BDU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 605 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Peugeot 605 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N261 BDU?

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What year was N261 BDU registered?

N261 BDU is a 1996 Peugeot 605, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N261 BDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N261 BDU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does N261 BDU have outstanding finance?

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