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E609 ERC

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,928 mi
Last recorded108,928 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2011
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE609 ERC
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2011 108,928 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 102,208 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2010 102,207 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 7 Jan 2009 89,651 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 79,142 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2006 77,968 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Slight binding o/s/f brake, reccomend inspection.

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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E609 ERC is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,798cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 E609 ERC, 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 E609 ERC registered?

E609 ERC is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is E609 ERC safe to buy?

The MOT history for E609 ERC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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