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D991 VKJ

1987 Peugeot 205

Silver Diesel 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

114,036 mi
Last recorded114,036 miles
Recorded on22 May 2010
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD991 VKJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 May 2010 114,036 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Fail 20 May 2009 112,667 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 May 2009 112,667 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 111,952 miles
Fail 16 May 2008 111,942 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2007 109,855 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 108,595 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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D991 VKJ is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,580cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 D991 VKJ, 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 D991 VKJ registered?

D991 VKJ is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 21 January 1987.

Is D991 VKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for D991 VKJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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