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Y278 SRP

2001 Peugeot 306

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

58,322 mi
Last recorded58,322 miles
Recorded on14 May 2015
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY278 SRP
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2015 58,322 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 49,961 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

plastic sill covers fitted

wheel trims fitted

Pass 15 May 2013 41,192 miles

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

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

plastic sill covers fitted

wheel trims fitted

Pass 17 May 2012 31,639 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 30,000 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

engine oil leaks

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 30 Mar 2010 29,041 miles

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

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

Oil leak

offside front cv boot slightly damp

offside front tyre worn on edges .

offside front wing damaged .

plastic skirts fitted ....unable to examine outer sills .

Fail 30 Mar 2010 29,041 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

offside front cv boot slightly damp

offside front tyre worn on edges .

offside front wing damaged .

plastic skirts fitted ....unable to examine outer sills .

Pass 28 Mar 2009 28,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 27,404 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

rear silencer corroding

Pass 29 Mar 2007 26,197 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 24,556 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine oil leaks

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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Y278 SRP is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y278 SRP, 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.

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What year was Y278 SRP registered?

Y278 SRP is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 28 March 2001.

Is Y278 SRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y278 SRP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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