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C989 KBV

1986 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1900cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC989 KBV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,900cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026
Pass 25 Jul 2025
Pass 6 Jul 2024
Pass 15 Jul 2023
Pass 22 Nov 2018 50,483 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2018 50,483 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 50,483 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Pass 4 Nov 2016 50,483 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 50,483 miles

Vechicle has been built to rally car spec

Pass 22 Aug 2009 50,483 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2007 50,483 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2006 50,483 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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C989 KBV is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,900cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 C989 KBV, 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

How do I check the history of C989 KBV?

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What year was C989 KBV registered?

C989 KBV is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 16 January 1986.

Is C989 KBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for C989 KBV shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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