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A431 PFJ

1984 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

57,974 mi
Last recorded57,974 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1984 Peugeot 20582,634 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA431 PFJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 57,974 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 57,827 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 57,564 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 57,343 miles
Pass 9 May 2022 57,232 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 56,878 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 56,586 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 56,307 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 14 May 2018 55,839 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 55,138 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 54,467 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 53,961 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 May 2014 53,678 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 53,225 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 52,858 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 52,271 miles
Pass 10 May 2010 51,852 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 51,490 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 51,483 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)

Pass 15 May 2008 50,811 miles

Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 9 May 2007 49,887 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 48,839 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 48,837 miles

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

sligh play on n/s and o/s steering rack

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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A431 PFJ is a 1984 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 A431 PFJ, 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.

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What year was A431 PFJ registered?

A431 PFJ is a 1984 Peugeot 205, first registered on 27 April 1984.

Is A431 PFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A431 PFJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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