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D68 XNJ

1987 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2023
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

84,168 mi
Last recorded84,168 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2022
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD68 XNJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2022 84,168 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Mar 2020 84,157 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 84,152 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2018 84,147 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 84,112 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 84,020 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 83,995 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 83,613 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 83,433 miles

front brake imbalance 24%.maximum permitted 25%.

Fail 18 Feb 2013 83,433 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2012 82,670 miles

N/S/Front anti roll bar link balljoint has sight slpit in boot

Pass 17 Feb 2011 81,353 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2010 80,464 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 79,241 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 18 Feb 2008 77,523 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 75,387 miles

advise all metal brake pipes corroded

both front seat loose

oil leak from rear of engine

Pass 20 Feb 2006 73,496 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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D68 XNJ is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 D68 XNJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was D68 XNJ registered?

D68 XNJ is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 27 March 1987.

Is D68 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D68 XNJ shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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