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E19 HTX

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

51,231 mi
Last recorded51,231 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE19 HTX
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 51,231 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Oct 2025 51,231 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements and rear (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 51,196 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2024 51,196 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 50,616 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 50,144 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 49,918 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 49,128 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 48,204 miles
Pass 31 May 2017 47,482 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 46,550 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 45,674 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 44,749 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 43,461 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 42,163 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 40,850 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 39,223 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 37,906 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 35,354 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2007 32,877 miles

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

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 10 Jul 2006 30,565 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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E19 HTX is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 105,469 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 E19 HTX, 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 38 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was E19 HTX registered?

E19 HTX is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1988.

Is E19 HTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E19 HTX shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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