Peugeot 605 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 605. Check any 605 by registration number below.

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85.3%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.7%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Excellent

Reliability

Peugeot 605 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 605 has an average MOT pass rate of 85.3%, which is 0.7 percentage points above the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a strong result, indicating that the 605 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Peugeot 605, 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 605 performs at MOT across different model years.

2002

Based on 61 vehicles

88.5%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

231k mi

2001

Based on 63 vehicles

81.0%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

241k mi

2000

Based on 65 vehicles

80.0%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

232k mi

1999

Based on 181 vehicles

84.0%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

240k mi

1998

Based on 168 vehicles

87.5%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

206k mi

1997

Based on 296 vehicles

90.5%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1996

Based on 310 vehicles

88.4%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1995

Based on 308 vehicles

87.3%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1994

Based on 238 vehicles

84.5%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1993

Based on 175 vehicles

83.4%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1992

Based on 214 vehicles

90.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1991

Based on 264 vehicles

81.1%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1990

Based on 215 vehicles

87.4%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

0

Based on 20 vehicles

80.0%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

89k mi

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Useful MOT Guides

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See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 605

Peugeot 605 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 605 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 605?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 605 is 85.3% 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 605?

Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.

Is the Peugeot 605 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 85.3%, the Peugeot 605 is rated as "Excellent" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Peugeot 605?

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 605?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 605: 230,962 miles at 10 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 605 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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