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C26 NOB

1990 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

100,333 mi
Last recorded100,333 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC26 NOB
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2026 100,333 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/suspension mounting/seat belt anchorage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill/suspension mounting/seat belt anchorage (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2025 98,941 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Reverse Light inop

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 98,336 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 98,195 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 98,050 miles
Pass 7 May 2021 95,951 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 May 2021 95,951 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 94,231 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 91,250 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 88,856 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 88,840 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 88,829 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 88,512 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 88,221 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 87,681 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 86,961 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 86,157 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 85,450 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 84,053 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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C26 NOB is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 C26 NOB, 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.

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What year was C26 NOB registered?

C26 NOB is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 December 1990.

Is C26 NOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C26 NOB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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