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C503 KVV

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

175,890 mi
Last recorded175,890 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC503 KVV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 175,890 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 175,764 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 175,389 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 175,166 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 174,962 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 174,896 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2020 174,678 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2019 174,349 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 173,923 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 173,627 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2016 173,264 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 172,844 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 172,464 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly worn

Pass 7 Jun 2013 172,053 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre poor con

Fail 7 Jun 2013 172,053 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear tyre poor con

Pass 26 May 2012 171,806 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 171,563 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 168,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside & offside front metal brake pipes slight corrosion

nearside & offside front to rear metal brake pipes slight corrosion

nearside rear tyre poor con

slight bind on nearside front brake

Pass 4 Jun 2009 159,237 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

surface rust on brake pipes

Pass 15 May 2008 148,732 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 139,294 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Jun 2006 128,512 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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C503 KVV is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 105,469 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 C503 KVV, 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 38 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 C503 KVV registered?

C503 KVV is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 20 May 1988.

Is C503 KVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C503 KVV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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