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Y285 GSG

2001 Peugeot 306

Red Diesel 1868cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

145,499 mi
Last recorded145,499 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY285 GSG
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,868cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 145,499 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Fail 28 Feb 2018 145,496 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 142,601 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)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 26 Jul 2016 142,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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 Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 24 Jul 2015 131,114 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 126,678 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 119,935 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 27 Jul 2012 113,100 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 104,975 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 96,907 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 86,620 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 78,801 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 73,123 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 67,840 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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Y285 GSG is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Red with a 1,868cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 Y285 GSG, 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 Y285 GSG registered?

Y285 GSG is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 9 August 2001.

Is Y285 GSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y285 GSG shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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