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E290 GRN

1987 Peugeot 305

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2006
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

105,253 mi
Last recorded105,253 miles
Recorded on26 May 2005
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 305119,123 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE290 GRN
MakePeugeot
Model305
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 26 May 2005 105,253 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 305?

Based on 5,399 MOT tests across 1,226 vehicles.

67.1%
Pass Rate
2,228
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
1,226
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 284
Brake pipe excessively corroded 274
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 237
constant velocity joint gaiter split 229
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 209
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E290 GRN is a 1987 Peugeot 305 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Peugeot 305 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 119,123 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 305 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 284 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E290 GRN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 305 typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 39 years old, this Peugeot 305 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E290 GRN registered?

E290 GRN is a 1987 Peugeot 305, first registered on 22 October 1987.

Is E290 GRN safe to buy?

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