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B966 WDV

1985 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

82,757 mi
Last recorded82,757 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2006
Typical for 1985 Peugeot 20582,258 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB966 WDV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2006 82,757 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 82,757 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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B966 WDV is a 1985 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 82,258 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B966 WDV, 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 41 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 B966 WDV registered?

B966 WDV is a 1985 Peugeot 205, first registered on 9 January 1985.

Is B966 WDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B966 WDV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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