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E674 BKJ

1991 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2025
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

141,525 mi
Last recorded141,525 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 1991 Peugeot 205101,600 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE674 BKJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1991
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Jan 2026 141,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced nearside centre floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside centre floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chafing on strut (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed chafing on strutt (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 26 Nov 2024 141,488 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Boot Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2020 140,446 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 11 Jun 2020 140,440 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 17 May 2018 139,685 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 138,596 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 137,452 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 137,109 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 136,642 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 21 Feb 2011 136,611 miles

slight play in both front steering rack arms

Pass 1 Feb 2010 136,559 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in both front steering rack arms

Pass 21 Jan 2009 136,046 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged (2.2.D.2b)

engine covers and fuel tank covers fitted to underside of vehicle

slight play in both front steering rack arms

Pass 3 Dec 2007 35,049 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 34,349 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 33,697 miles

O/S/F suspension strut top mounting slight play

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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E674 BKJ is a 1991 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1991 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 101,600 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 E674 BKJ, 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 35 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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E674 BKJ is a 1991 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 July 1991.

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