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D280 RNM

1987 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

154,784 mi
Last recorded154,784 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD280 RNM
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 154,784 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 154,084 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 153,362 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2024 153,362 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 153,324 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2021 153,261 miles
Pass 16 May 2020 153,067 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 152,944 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 152,910 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 152,439 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 152,152 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 151,854 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 151,400 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 150,952 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres not e marked

purpose built competition car

Fail 14 Mar 2013 150,949 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

all tyres not e marked

purpose built competition car

Pass 14 Mar 2012 15,025 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

RALLY CAR!

Fail 15 Mar 2011 149,762 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s/r caliper seals damp

Pass 15 Mar 2011 149,762 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r caliper seals damp

Pass 2 Mar 2010 149,549 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 149,263 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2005 148,123 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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D280 RNM is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1987 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 100,396 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 D280 RNM, 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 39 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was D280 RNM registered?

D280 RNM is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 20 May 1987.

Is D280 RNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for D280 RNM shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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