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E244 DNA

1988 Peugeot 205

Beige Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,157 mi
Last recorded63,157 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2014
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE244 DNA
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2014 63,157 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Fail 19 Feb 2014 63,157 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 62,462 miles

battery insecure

Pass 16 Feb 2012 62,180 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 61,861 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 61,449 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2009 60,991 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 60,576 miles

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

offside front brake caliper sticking slightly

Pass 19 Feb 2007 58,444 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 56,612 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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E244 DNA is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Beige with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E244 DNA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E244 DNA registered?

E244 DNA is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 18 March 1988.

Is E244 DNA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E244 DNA shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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