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Y281 VKJ

2001 Peugeot 306

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,693 mi
Last recorded115,693 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY281 VKJ
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2014 115,693 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 106,203 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 101,774 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 101,774 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 95,422 miles

ns bonnet hinge broken

Pass 3 Mar 2010 90,089 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2009 84,186 miles

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

Fail 2 Feb 2009 84,186 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2008 78,246 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 72,534 miles

front tyres getting low on tread

nsr tyre wearing uneven

osr tyre heavy cracks

Fail 25 Jan 2007 72,534 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front tyres getting low on tread

nsr tyre wearing uneven

osr tyre heavy cracks

Pass 30 Jan 2006 60,800 miles

IRREGULAR TYRE WEAR NEARSIDE REAR.

NEARSIDE WASHER JET PARTLY BLOCKED.

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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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Y281 VKJ is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y281 VKJ, 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

How do I check the history of Y281 VKJ?

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What year was Y281 VKJ registered?

Y281 VKJ is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y281 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y281 VKJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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