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TMO 986Y

1983 Peugeot 305

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

154,582 mi
Last recorded154,582 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 1983 Peugeot 30587,093 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMO 986Y
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 154,582 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 150,470 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 May 2011 149,901 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 145,548 miles

Oil leak

gear leaver linkage worn

Fail 10 Nov 2009 145,539 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

gear leaver linkage worn

Pass 29 Oct 2008 141,881 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 136,605 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 129,309 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 305?

Based on 5,399 MOT tests across 1,226 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,228
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 284
Brake pipe excessively corroded 274
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 237
constant velocity joint gaiter split 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 209
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TMO 986Y is a 1983 Peugeot 305 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1983 Peugeot 305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 87,093 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 305 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 284 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TMO 986Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 305 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 43 years old, this Peugeot 305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was TMO 986Y registered?

TMO 986Y is a 1983 Peugeot 305, first registered on 3 March 1983.

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