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D185 GHW

1987 Peugeot 309

Blue Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,669 mi
Last recorded65,669 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 30982,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD185 GHW
MakePeugeot
Model309
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 65,669 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 64,001 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2024 64,001 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 62,003 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 62,001 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2005 61,786 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 309?

Based on 93,983 MOT tests across 21,848 vehicles.

64.4%
Pass Rate
3,029
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
21,848
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,920
constant velocity joint gaiter split 5,666
brake binding 5,298
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,117
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 4,155
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D185 GHW is a 1987 Peugeot 309 in Blue with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Peugeot 309 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 82,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 309 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 5,920 recorded failures. If you're considering buying D185 GHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 309 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 39 years old, this Peugeot 309 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D185 GHW registered?

D185 GHW is a 1987 Peugeot 309, first registered on 31 December 1987.

Is D185 GHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for D185 GHW shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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