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C408 PTV

1986 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,509 mi
Last recorded29,509 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2026
Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC408 PTV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Aug 2026 29,509 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 29,237 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2024 28,944 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 28,640 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 28,342 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jul 2021 28,091 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 27,881 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 27,661 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 27,443 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 27,290 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 27,124 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 26,903 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 26,735 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 26,518 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 26,439 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 26,327 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 26,280 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 26,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 26,074 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 25,934 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2006 25,680 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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C408 PTV is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 C408 PTV, 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.

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What year was C408 PTV registered?

C408 PTV is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 7 May 1986.

Is C408 PTV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C408 PTV shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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