Peugeot 405 Gr Injection (1989)
1989 Peugeot 405 Gr Injection
CarHunch is tracking 2,244 1989 Peugeot 405 Gr Injection vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
# 1989 Peugeot 405 GR Injection – MOT Analysis
This 1989 Peugeot 405 has a 0% pass rate across 2,244 vehicles tested, placing it dramatically below the UK average of 80% and signalling serious structural reliability issues. None of the petrol models in this cohort achieved a pass, which suggests either widespread mechanical failure across the surviving fleet or that these vehicles are so old and degraded they simply cannot meet modern emissions and safety standards.
The absence of mileage data and zero recorded failures or advisories points to a statistical anomaly—these cars may be approaching or beyond their natural lifespan, with many likely failing on fundamental components rather than specific faults. If you're considering a 1989 405, treat any example as a project or parts car only, and budget for a full mechanical overhaul rather than expecting roadworthiness; getting an independent pre-purchase inspection from a specialist is non-negotiable.
We have 2,244 1989 Peugeot 405 Gr Injection 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 1989 Peugeot 405 Gr Injection
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%) | 2,215 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 29 | 0% | 0 |
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