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P256 URW

1997 Peugeot 405

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,416 mi
Last recorded94,416 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2013
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 405123,013 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 URW
MakePeugeot
Model405
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2013 94,416 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 88,235 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 84,057 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 80,198 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 80,198 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 76,407 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 76,406 miles

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

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

Pass 19 May 2008 71,501 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2007 65,239 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2006 60,172 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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P256 URW is a 1997 Peugeot 405 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P256 URW, 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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How do I check the history of P256 URW?

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What year was P256 URW registered?

P256 URW is a 1997 Peugeot 405, first registered on 16 July 1997.

Is P256 URW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 URW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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