CarVerify

Free Car Check

SM51 VNJ

2001 Peugeot 307

Black Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

134,154 mi
Last recorded134,154 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2015
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30777,176 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £12.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM51 VNJ
MakePeugeot
Model307
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2015 134,154 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2015 134,154 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 115,974 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 28 Mar 2014 115,904 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2013 107,987 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2013 107,987 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2012 100,381 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 90,890 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 82,543 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 72,224 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 72,224 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2008 61,800 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 52,923 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2007 52,923 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

SLIGHT CRACKING ON N/S LOWER ARM BUSH AT REAR

VERRY SLIGHT PLAY IN TOP STRUT BUSHES

Pass 23 Mar 2006 40,451 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 307?

Based on 5,095,133 MOT tests across 320,070 vehicles.

67.5%
Pass Rate
6,727
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
320,070
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275,886
position lamp(s) not working 187,900
Registration plate lamp not working 168,034
Stop lamp not working 163,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 155,426
Full Peugeot 307 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

SM51 VNJ is a 2001 Peugeot 307 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot 307 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 77,176 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 307 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 275,886 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SM51 VNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 307 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Peugeot 307 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SM51 VNJ?

You can check the full history of SM51 VNJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was SM51 VNJ registered?

SM51 VNJ is a 2001 Peugeot 307, first registered on 27 November 2001.

Is SM51 VNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM51 VNJ shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does SM51 VNJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on SM51 VNJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.