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E24 BUF

1987 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,707 mi
Last recorded76,707 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2008
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE24 BUF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2008 76,707 miles

brake discs rusty on inner face

slight play in nearside and offside front lower arm compliance bush's

Pass 16 Nov 2007 72,645 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 72,642 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

both front brake discs are corroding

Pass 15 Nov 2006 70,082 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 67,162 miles

front brake discs slightly rusty

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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E24 BUF is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 E24 BUF, 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.

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What year was E24 BUF registered?

E24 BUF is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 November 1987.

Is E24 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E24 BUF shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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