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X224 VEC

2001 Peugeot 306

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,616 mi
Last recorded97,616 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2015
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX224 VEC
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2015 97,616 miles

oil leak

Fail 21 Nov 2015 97,616 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 Dec 2014 90,300 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2013 85,430 miles

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

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 85,430 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 80,442 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 80,442 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 7 Dec 2011 73,636 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 7 Dec 2011 73,636 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 66,078 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2010 66,078 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2009 60,046 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 51,958 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 43,819 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 35,896 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 306?

Based on 3,183,877 MOT tests across 366,849 vehicles.

65.4%
Pass Rate
6,297
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
366,849
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 180,645
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 178,447
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 118,536
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 108,455
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 102,612
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X224 VEC is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot 306 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 85,498 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 306 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 180,645 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X224 VEC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 306 typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 25 years old, this Peugeot 306 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X224 VEC registered?

X224 VEC is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 27 January 2001.

Is X224 VEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X224 VEC 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.

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