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E371 HOY

1988 Peugeot 205

Beige Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

36,107 mi
Last recorded36,107 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2012
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE371 HOY
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2012 36,107 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 34,725 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 33,330 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 33,330 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 31,881 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 30,457 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 29,072 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 29,071 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Inner Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)

Nearside Front drive shaft damaged (2.5.C.2a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 9 Mar 2006 27,700 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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E371 HOY is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Beige with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E371 HOY, 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 E371 HOY registered?

E371 HOY is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 24 March 1988.

Is E371 HOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for E371 HOY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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