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C28 SHB

1991 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

114,241 mi
Last recorded114,241 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Peugeot 205101,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC28 SHB
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2026 114,241 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 112,941 miles

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

Fail 19 May 2011 110,250 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 19 May 2011 110,250 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 27 Apr 2010 108,216 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 May 2007 103,732 miles
Pass 13 May 2006 100,879 miles

Outer Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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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C28 SHB is a 1991 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1991 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 101,600 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 C28 SHB, 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 35 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 C28 SHB registered?

C28 SHB is a 1991 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 December 1991.

Is C28 SHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C28 SHB shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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