PEUGEOT 309 (1993)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 79 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
90%
Total Tests (2024)
79
Avg Mileage
115,508 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£1,717
Is the 1993 PEUGEOT 309 reliable?
Excellent reliability. Very few MOT failures. That's 8 points above the national average of 82%. It also outperforms the PEUGEOT brand average of 83%.
At 31 years old, 90% of PEUGEOT 309s from 1993 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 79 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 115,508 miles.
How does the 1993 PEUGEOT 309 compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 1993 PEUGEOT 309 has 115,508 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 229,400 miles for a 31-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.
How much does a 1993 PEUGEOT 309 cost to run?
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
PEUGEOT 309 by Year
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About the 1993 PEUGEOT 309
The 1993 PEUGEOT 309 is a family car with a 1905cc petrol engine. 79 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It ranks in the top 10% of all 1993 cars for reliability.
With an average of 115,508 miles at 31 years old, PEUGEOT 309 owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.
1993 PEUGEOT 309 Fuel Costs
The 1905cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).
What does it cost to own a 1993 PEUGEOT 309?
Total estimated annual running cost is £1,717 (£143/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £200 predicted repairs. The low repair estimate reflects the excellent 90% pass rate. These cars rarely fail their MOT, so unexpected bills are less likely.
PEUGEOT 309 Reliability Trend
Newer PEUGEOT 309s show better MOT pass rates than older ones, with an average improvement of 8 percentage points.
Buying a Used 1993 PEUGEOT 309
At 31 years old, the PEUGEOT 309 is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 79 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 1993 PEUGEOT 309
The PEUGEOT 309 is actually the most reliable option among similar petrol family cars from this era. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- VOLKSWAGEN GOLF (1991) 80% pass rate (-10%) from 5,191 tests
- PEUGEOT BOXER (1995) 68% pass rate (-22%) from 2,767 tests
- MAZDA MX-5 (1995) 74% pass rate (-16%) from 2,206 tests
- MERCEDES E (1994) 79% pass rate (-11%) from 2,118 tests