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DHZ 205

1991 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,757 mi
Last recorded146,757 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 1991 Peugeot 205101,600 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDHZ 205
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 146,757 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Rear wheel arch taped up

Pass 5 Jun 2019 146,058 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2016 145,748 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake efficiency only just met

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 1 Dec 2016 145,748 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake efficiency only just met

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 144,019 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 141,970 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 141,967 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 27 Jun 2008 138,131 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2008 138,131 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 3 May 2007 133,089 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 3 May 2007 133,089 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 126,171 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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DHZ 205 is a 1991 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 101,600 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 DHZ 205, 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 35 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DHZ 205 registered?

DHZ 205 is a 1991 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1991.

Is DHZ 205 safe to buy?

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