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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 505. Check any 505 by registration number below.

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74.5%

Avg Pass Rate

-10.0%

vs Peugeot Avg

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Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Peugeot 505 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 505 has an average MOT pass rate of 74.5%, which is 10.0 percentage points below the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 505 on the road.

Before buying a used Peugeot 505, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Peugeot 505 performs at MOT across different model years.

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Based on 47 vehicles

74.5%Average
Peugeot average: 84.5%
Mileage at 5yr

120k mi

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92.7% pass rate

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 505

Peugeot 505 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 505 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 505?
The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 505 is 74.5% compared to the Peugeot average of 84.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot 505?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Peugeot 505 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 74.5%, the Peugeot 505 is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Peugeot 505?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Peugeot 505?
Typical mileage for the Peugeot 505: 120,082 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 505 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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