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D596 BFH

1986 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,124 mi
Last recorded80,124 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2026
Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD596 BFH
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2026 80,124 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2025 80,124 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Sep 2025 80,124 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Dec 2022 80,124 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 80,119 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 80,119 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 80,119 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 80,119 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 80,111 miles

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 80,112 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 80,112 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 8,011 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 80,112 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2010 80,112 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 80,112 miles

brake pedal slightly long

Pass 10 Oct 2006 80,112 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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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D596 BFH is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 D596 BFH, 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 D596 BFH registered?

D596 BFH is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 November 1986.

Is D596 BFH safe to buy?

The MOT history for D596 BFH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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