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P241 KOJ

1997 Peugeot 405

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

180,089 mi
Last recorded180,089 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2015
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 405123,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP241 KOJ
MakePeugeot
Model405
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2015 180,089 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 12 Apr 2015 180,089 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 18 Jan 2014 164,924 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 127,296 miles

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

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 24 Jan 2012 120,323 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2012 120,323 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 116,549 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2009 108,213 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2008 98,567 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 87,971 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2007 87,971 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2006 78,304 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 75,138 miles

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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P241 KOJ is a 1997 Peugeot 405 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 405 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 123,013 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 P241 KOJ, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot 405 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P241 KOJ registered?

P241 KOJ is a 1997 Peugeot 405, first registered on 27 March 1997.

Is P241 KOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P241 KOJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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