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Y424 BAC

2001 Peugeot 306

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

171,838 mi
Last recorded171,838 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY424 BAC
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 171,838 miles

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 5 Nov 2012 154,908 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

advise near side front track rod end slight play

Pass 5 Nov 2012 154,908 miles

advise near side front track rod end slight play

Fail 6 Oct 2011 142,117 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

near side front brake disc showing signs of pitting

near side front tyre wearing on inner edges

near side rear brake disc showing signs of pitting

off side front brake disc showing signs of pitting

off side front tyre wearing on inner edges

off side rear brake disc showing signs of pitting

Pass 6 Oct 2011 142,117 miles

near side front brake disc showing signs of pitting

near side front tyre wearing on inner edges

near side rear brake disc showing signs of pitting

off side front brake disc showing signs of pitting

off side front tyre wearing on inner edges

off side rear brake disc showing signs of pitting

Pass 5 Aug 2010 131,046 miles

fuel tank slightly damp, strongly advise checking system for leaks

Fail 4 Aug 2010 131,046 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

fuel tank slightly damp, strongly advise checking system for leaks

Fail 31 Mar 2009 108,386 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake discs in poor condition, & pads becoming low.

only one washer jet working on both sides, still putting sufficient water on front screen.

small cut to nearside front tyre sidewall.

Pass 31 Mar 2009 108,386 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear brake discs in poor condition, & pads becoming low.

only one washer jet working on both sides, still putting sufficient water on front screen.

small cut to nearside front tyre sidewall.

Pass 25 Mar 2008 89,813 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 89,813 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2007 83,978 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 70,946 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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Y424 BAC is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 Y424 BAC, 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 Y424 BAC registered?

Y424 BAC is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 27 April 2001.

Is Y424 BAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y424 BAC shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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