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Y303 DVC

2001 Peugeot 306

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Apr 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

21,508 mi
Last recorded21,508 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY303 DVC
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2025 21,508 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2024 21,453 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Feb 2023 21,378 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2021 20,976 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Nov 2020 20,851 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 May 2019 20,428 miles
Fail 10 May 2019 20,428 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2018 20,042 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 19,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 18,701 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 18,196 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 17,634 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 May 2013 16,952 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 May 2012 16,330 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 16,330 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2011 15,555 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 14,736 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 13,533 miles
Fail 6 May 2009 13,533 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2008 12,817 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2007 12,223 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Apr 2006 11,274 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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Y303 DVC is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 Y303 DVC, 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 Y303 DVC registered?

Y303 DVC is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 19 April 2001.

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The MOT history for Y303 DVC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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