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RKU 38X

1982 Peugeot 504

White Diesel 2304cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2015
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

156,237 mi
Last recorded156,237 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2014
Typical for 1982 Peugeot 504133,402 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRKU 38X
MakePeugeot
Model504
Year1982
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,304cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2014 156,237 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2014 156,237 miles

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

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 504?

Based on 5,555 MOT tests across 996 vehicles.

65.7%
Pass Rate
1,405
Miles/Year
54
Year Lifespan
996
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 660
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 481
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 440
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 405
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 325
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RKU 38X is a 1982 Peugeot 504 in White with a 2,304cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1982 Peugeot 504 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 133,402 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 504 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 660 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RKU 38X, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 504 typically stays on UK roads for around 54 years. At 44 years old, this Peugeot 504 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RKU 38X registered?

RKU 38X is a 1982 Peugeot 504, first registered on 31 December 1982.

Is RKU 38X safe to buy?

The MOT history for RKU 38X shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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