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ACZ 2985

1990 Peugeot 205

Grey Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

127,623 mi
Last recorded127,623 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 2985
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 127,623 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 127,485 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 127,303 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 126,642 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 123,876 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 119,481 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wear. (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2020 113,485 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 111,564 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 111,553 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 4.2 - system not trimming down when adjusted. (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 110,898 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 109,473 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 109,398 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Fail 14 Jun 2012 109,359 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

offside rear brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Jun 2011 109,260 miles

Oil leak

Fail 15 Jun 2011 109,226 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 10 Jun 2010 108,963 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 108,191 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 107,352 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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ACZ 2985 is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1990 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 101,760 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 ACZ 2985, 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 36 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 ACZ 2985 registered?

ACZ 2985 is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 4 May 1990.

Is ACZ 2985 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 2985 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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