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E62 VWL

1987 Peugeot 205

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

173,004 mi
Last recorded173,004 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2007
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE62 VWL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2007 173,004 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2007 173,004 miles

Front Lower Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jan 2006 166,099 miles

bumper insecure

fuel pipes corroded

oil leak

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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E62 VWL is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 E62 VWL, 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.

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What year was E62 VWL registered?

E62 VWL is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 27 August 1987.

Is E62 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for E62 VWL 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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