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E313 LYM

1988 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

108,182 mi
Last recorded108,182 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2015
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE313 LYM
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2015 108,182 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2014 108,178 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 108,014 miles

Both Front Door Seals Have Slight Corrosion

Both Front Seat Runners Worn

Brake Master Cylinder Slightly Corroded

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 106,858 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 104,689 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 101,132 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 92,877 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2008 92,877 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2007 91,430 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 89,443 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2006 89,443 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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E313 LYM is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 E313 LYM, 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 E313 LYM registered?

E313 LYM is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 19 January 1988.

Is E313 LYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E313 LYM shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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