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SGG 172N

1971 Peugeot 304

Green Petrol 1288cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,542 mi
Last recorded67,542 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2016
Typical for 1971 Peugeot 30454,761 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSGG 172N
MakePeugeot
Model304
Year1971
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,288cc
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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2016 67,542 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2015 60,300 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

engine oil leak

Pass 7 Nov 2014 55,280 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Sep 2014 55,278 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Coolant leak

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2013 52,481 miles

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

surface corrosion on all suspension components

Fail 27 Aug 2013 52,481 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 52,364 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 52,124 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 52,003 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 51,602 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 51,270 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 50,951 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 50,350 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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SGG 172N is a 1971 Peugeot 304 in Green with a 1,288cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1971 Peugeot 304 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 54,761 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 SGG 172N, 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 55 years old, this Peugeot 304 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SGG 172N?

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What year was SGG 172N registered?

SGG 172N is a 1971 Peugeot 304, first registered on 1 July 1971.

Is SGG 172N safe to buy?

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