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DK18 BYJ

2018 Peugeot 205

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

14,143 mi
Last recorded14,143 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK18 BYJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 14,143 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 14,125 miles

Nearside Rear All outline marker lamps do not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.2.2 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 13,498 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre is cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 11,516 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2022 10,082 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 7,733 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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DK18 BYJ is a 2018 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DK18 BYJ, 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 8 years old, this Peugeot 205 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was DK18 BYJ registered?

DK18 BYJ is a 2018 Peugeot 205, first registered on 3 August 2018.

Is DK18 BYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK18 BYJ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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