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D759 VYJ

1987 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

119,604 mi
Last recorded119,604 miles
Recorded on24 May 2012
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD759 VYJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 May 2012 119,604 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 119,062 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 116,971 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Axle beam has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

corrosion starting on fuel pipes

Pass 17 Jun 2010 111,257 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

boot floor starting to corrode

n/s rear sill evidence of repair but unable to fully inspect

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Fail 8 Jun 2010 111,251 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

boot floor starting to corrode

n/s rear sill evidence of repair but unable to fully inspect

o/s rear brake binding slightly

Pass 23 Nov 2007 108,331 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2007 108,329 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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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D759 VYJ is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 D759 VYJ, 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 D759 VYJ registered?

D759 VYJ is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 22 January 1987.

Is D759 VYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D759 VYJ shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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