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E42 HJX

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2012
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,162 mi
Last recorded57,162 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2011
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE42 HJX
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2011 57,162 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 57,162 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 53,632 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2006 53,632 miles

Front Horn control missing (1.6.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

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

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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E42 HJX is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 E42 HJX, 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 E42 HJX registered?

E42 HJX is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 4 January 1988.

Is E42 HJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for E42 HJX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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