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A243 GPH

1984 Peugeot 205

Maroon Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

42,435 mi
Last recorded42,435 miles
Recorded on19 May 2025
Typical for 1984 Peugeot 20582,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA243 GPH
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1984
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2025 42,435 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2024 42,394 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 42,287 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 42,192 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 41,957 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 41,796 miles

Both front flexi brake hoses perished & splitting

Corrosion on front coil springs

Corrosion on offside front metal brake pipe

Corrosion on rear metal brake pipes

Minor oil leaks engine area

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 15 May 2019 41,747 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 41,645 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2017 41,457 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2016 41,230 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 41,011 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 41,011 miles

Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Fail 15 May 2014 40,745 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 May 2014 40,745 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 40,421 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 40,022 miles
Fail 10 May 2012 40,016 miles

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2011 39,539 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 38,970 miles

Headlamp main beam warning lamp not working

Pass 14 May 2009 38,301 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 37,695 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 37,042 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 May 2006 36,331 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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A243 GPH is a 1984 Peugeot 205 in Maroon with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1984 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.6% with a typical mileage of 82,634 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 A243 GPH, 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 42 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A243 GPH registered?

A243 GPH is a 1984 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 June 1984.

Is A243 GPH safe to buy?

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