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A16 RNN

1988 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

64,123 mi
Last recorded64,123 miles
Recorded on9 May 2025
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 RNN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2025 64,123 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 61,792 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 61,622 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 60,012 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

reversing lamp inop non testable item on this year

Fail 19 Feb 2021 59,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

reversing lamp inop non testable item on this year

Pass 12 Jul 2019 58,621 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 205?

Based on 591,894 MOT tests across 102,651 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
3,166
Miles/Year
40
Year Lifespan
102,651
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 43,839
constant velocity joint gaiter split 30,509
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 29,342
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,791
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 21,794
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A16 RNN is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 105,469 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 205 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 43,839 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A16 RNN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 205 typically stays on UK roads for around 40 years. At 38 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A16 RNN registered?

A16 RNN is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is A16 RNN safe to buy?

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