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C251 VSC

1986 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,218 mi
Last recorded114,218 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2019
Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC251 VSC
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2019 114,218 miles

Motorsport prepared

Pass 8 Aug 2018 113,599 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 113,133 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 111,767 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 111,760 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Steering rack cracked and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 111,263 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 111,138 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2014 111,137 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Pass 23 Sep 2010 107,810 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 107,275 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Aug 2008 107,275 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 106,784 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 106,784 miles

Horn control not readily accessible to the driver (1.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 28 Sep 2005 106,119 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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C251 VSC is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1986 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 93,936 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 C251 VSC, 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 40 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 C251 VSC registered?

C251 VSC is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 9 April 1986.

Is C251 VSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for C251 VSC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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