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E51 XBU

1988 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,181 mi
Last recorded52,181 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2006
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE51 XBU
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2006 52,181 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2006 52,141 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 48,486 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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E51 XBU is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E51 XBU, 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 E51 XBU registered?

E51 XBU is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 20 January 1988.

Is E51 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E51 XBU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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