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D25 RGH

1986 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2026
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

70,981 mi
Last recorded70,981 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2025
Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD25 RGH
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2025 70,981 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2024 70,638 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2023 70,619 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 70,473 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 70,447 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2018 70,429 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2018 70,429 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 70,401 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2017 70,401 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Oct 2016 70,333 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2016 70,333 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 70,253 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 70,228 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 69,897 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 69,555 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 24 Jul 2012 69,548 miles

Nearside Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Aug 2009 69,180 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2009 69,173 miles

Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

all tyres badly perished

front tyres worn on inside edge

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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D25 RGH is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 D25 RGH, 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 D25 RGH?

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What year was D25 RGH registered?

D25 RGH is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 15 December 1986.

Is D25 RGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D25 RGH shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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