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E61 XAM

1987 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

69,515 mi
Last recorded69,515 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE61 XAM
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 69,515 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 69,497 miles
Pass 27 May 2023 69,428 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 69,144 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 68,534 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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E61 XAM is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1987 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 100,396 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 E61 XAM, 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 39 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 E61 XAM registered?

E61 XAM is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 16 October 1987.

Is E61 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for E61 XAM shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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