Peugeot 309 Gl (1991)
1991 Peugeot 309 Gl
CarHunch is tracking 2,343 1991 Peugeot 309 Gl vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
# 1991 PEUGEOT 309 GL MOT Analysis
This 309 GL has a 0% first-time pass rate against the UK average of 80%, which is an immediate red flag—every single one of the 2,343 vehicles analysed failed its MOT. With no dangerous defects recorded and zero average failures per vehicle, the data suggests these cars aren't inherently unsafe, but rather that virtually all are too old or deteriorated to meet current testing standards.
At 33 years old, the 309 GL is simply at the age where most examples are either off the road, heavily restored, or fail on cumulative wear rather than specific faults. If you're considering one, expect it to need significant work to pass an MOT—budget for a full inspection by a Peugeot specialist before purchase, as the blanks in mileage data indicate these cars are largely beyond regular use.
We have 2,343 1991 Peugeot 309 Gl vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1991 Peugeot 309 Gl
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (99%) | 2,329 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 14 | 0% | 0 |
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