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SPD 178L

1972 Peugeot 504

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

84,158 mi
Last recorded84,158 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2025
Typical for 1972 Peugeot 50459,895 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPD 178L
MakePeugeot
Model504
Year1972
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2025 84,158 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 84,149 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 84,132 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2008 84,129 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 15 May 2007 84,104 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Peugeot 504?

Based on 5,555 MOT tests across 996 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
1,405
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
996
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 660
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 481
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 440
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 325
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SPD 178L is a 1972 Peugeot 504 in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1972 Peugeot 504 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 59,895 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 504 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 660 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SPD 178L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 504 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 54 years old, this Peugeot 504 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SPD 178L registered?

SPD 178L is a 1972 Peugeot 504, first registered on 18 August 1972.

Is SPD 178L safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPD 178L shows 5 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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