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Y659 VVV

2001 Peugeot 306

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,282 mi
Last recorded86,282 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2018
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 30685,498 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY659 VVV
MakePeugeot
Model306
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2018 86,282 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 20 Dec 2016 83,798 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2016 83,798 miles

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

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

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)

Pass 19 Dec 2015 81,722 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2015 81,602 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 77,224 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Dec 2013 75,347 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 71,127 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2011 66,454 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2011 66,372 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 60,215 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 55,047 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 49,563 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2007 43,790 miles

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

offside front tyre outer edge bald

unable to inspect front brake pads

Fail 2 Nov 2007 43,790 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front tyre outer edge bald

unable to inspect front brake pads

Pass 4 Nov 2006 39,433 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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Y659 VVV is a 2001 Peugeot 306 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 Y659 VVV, 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 Y659 VVV registered?

Y659 VVV is a 2001 Peugeot 306, first registered on 26 April 2001.

Is Y659 VVV safe to buy?

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