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PVV 298N

1974 Peugeot 304

Yellow Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2016
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

13,455 mi
Last recorded13,455 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2015
Typical for 1974 Peugeot 30458,101 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPVV 298N
MakePeugeot
Model304
Year1974
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc
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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,455 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2013 13,098 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2012 12,903 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Mar 2010 12,853 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 2 Mar 2010 12,839 miles

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 May 2008 12,639 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 3 Jul 2006 12,268 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 304?

Based on 1,700 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

68.8%
Pass Rate
289
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 111
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 100
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 97
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 88
brake binding 87
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PVV 298N is a 1974 Peugeot 304 in Yellow with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1974 Peugeot 304 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 58,101 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 304 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PVV 298N, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 304 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 52 years old, this Peugeot 304 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PVV 298N registered?

PVV 298N is a 1974 Peugeot 304, first registered on 12 September 1974.

Is PVV 298N safe to buy?

The MOT history for PVV 298N shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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