MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
126,012 miBelow or average mileage for this year
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Battery insecure
Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
n/s/r tyre perished on sidewall
oil level low
Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)
Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Battery insecure
Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
n/s/r tyre perished on sidewall
oil level low
Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
How Reliable is the Peugeot 405?
Based on 393,825 MOT tests across 81,151 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P242 GMS is a 1997 Peugeot 405 in Silver with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.
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 P242 GMS, 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I check the history of P242 GMS?
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What year was P242 GMS registered?
P242 GMS is a 1997 Peugeot 405, first registered on 19 April 1997.
Is P242 GMS safe to buy?
The MOT history for P242 GMS shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does P242 GMS have outstanding finance?
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