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E648 EJR

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

107,090 mi
Last recorded107,090 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE648 EJR
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 107,090 miles

Brake pedal has long travel

Offside Front Head lamp reflector corroded

Pass 3 Jul 2024 102,286 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 100,062 miles

Coolant leak ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s front slam panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 100,061 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Fuel Pipe/s corroded all ()

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all rear floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s front slam panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear axle and components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 14 Aug 2019 100,054 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak both (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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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E648 EJR is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 E648 EJR, 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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E648 EJR is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 29 March 1988.

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