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D700 ARF

1986 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

117,566 mi
Last recorded117,566 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD700 ARF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 117,566 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 117,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2024 116,332 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 115,379 miles

Central Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 17 Mar 2022 115,071 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 114,629 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2021 114,629 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2020 114,621 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 114,288 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Mar 2018 113,564 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 113,412 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 112,834 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2016 112,834 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 112,004 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2015 112,004 miles

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

Fail 4 Apr 2014 111,184 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 111,184 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 106,998 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 105,817 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 105,817 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 105,680 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 105,680 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 29 Mar 2007 104,238 miles

Nearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 102,072 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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D700 ARF is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 D700 ARF, 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 D700 ARF?

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What year was D700 ARF registered?

D700 ARF is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 9 December 1986.

Is D700 ARF safe to buy?

The MOT history for D700 ARF shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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