Should I check the MOT history before buying a 1994 Peugeot 605?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 1994 Peugeot 605?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 1994 Peugeot 605?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

Is the 1994 Peugeot 605 reliable?

Based on MOT data from 318 vehicles, the 1994 Peugeot 605 has a first-time MOT pass rate of 69.7%, indicating average reliability for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 1994 Peugeot 605?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 1994 Peugeot 605 are: Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (46.1% of vehicles), Oil leak (22.7% of vehicles), Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (20.5% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 1994 Peugeot 605?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Peugeot 605 (1994)

318 real MOT outcomes analysed • 69.7% first-time pass rate

1994 Peugeot 605

CarHunch analysed 318 real MOT records for the 1994 Peugeot 605. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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Moderate sample. 318 vehicles on record. Figures are indicative — the specific vehicle's history matters more than these averages.

The 1994 Peugeot 605 passes its MOT first time in just 69.7% of cases, significantly below the UK average of 80%, suggesting these 30-year-old cars are showing their age and require close mechanical scrutiny. Petrol versions are particularly weak at 66.8%, whilst diesel examples fare slightly better at 71.9%, though neither is reassuring.

At an average mileage of 122,442 miles for a car this old, you're looking at examples that have been properly used rather than pampered—and they're showing it through 1.32 average failures and 3.2 advisories per test. Check the full MOT history carefully before buying, and budget for routine work on suspension, brakes, and exhaust systems, as these older Peugeots commonly need attention in those areas.

The 1994 Peugeot 605 has a below-average first-time pass rate (69.7% vs ~80% UK average) — check the specific vehicle's full MOT history carefully before buying.

⚠️ Around 1 in 8 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

69.7%

UK average ~80%

Below average

Dangerous (ever)

12.3%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.32

Over 3.8 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

135k

Middle half: 108k–158k

For context

⚠️ Below average. More vehicles in this cohort fail their first MOT than typical. Scrutinise this vehicle's history — look for recurring issues, not just the latest result.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 3.2 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 318 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 318 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Brake wear 46.1%

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements · Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort · Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Other issues 22.7%

Oil leak · Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split · Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split

Tyre wear 20.5%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit · Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Exhaust & emissions 8.3%

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases · Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases · Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases · …

Suspension & steering 6.2%

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 1994.

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Based on MOT data from 318 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 12.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Pass Rate by Fuel Type

Fuel type	Vehicles	Pass rate	Avg failures
Diesel (56%)	178	71.9%	1.22
Petrol (44%)	140	66.8%	1.44

Colour Breakdown

Based on 1,785 Peugeot 605 vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

Blue 20.6%

368

Red 18.4%

328

Silver 15.7%

281

Green 11.4%

203

Grey 10.9%

195

White 9.1%

163

Beige 5.5%

Black 3.6%

Gold 2.1%

Brown 1.8%

Maroon 0.6%

Bronze 0.3%

Mileage Distribution

Most 1994 Peugeot 605 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

134,940

typical

108,311

low mileage

158,284

high mileage

Half of all 1994 Peugeot 605 vehicles fall between 108,311 and 158,284 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 108,311 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 108,311–158,284 miles — normal for age. This is where most 1994 Peugeot 605s sit.

⚠ Over 213,683 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

MOT History Averages

3.8

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.32

Avg failures per vehicle

3.2

Avg advisories per vehicle

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