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E73 FKX

1988 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

160,902 mi
Last recorded160,902 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE73 FKX
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 160,902 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 158,253 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2018 158,253 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2017 153,671 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 Sep 2016 147,795 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 141,488 miles

ENGINE OIL LEAK

Fail 3 Sep 2015 141,487 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

ENGINE OIL LEAK

Pass 16 Sep 2014 136,074 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2013 126,190 miles

Oil leak

Fail 23 Sep 2013 126,187 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2012 118,319 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 112,210 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 106,734 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 98,243 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 92,078 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 86,404 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 81,738 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 81,738 miles

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

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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E73 FKX is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 E73 FKX, 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 E73 FKX registered?

E73 FKX is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 21 July 1988.

Is E73 FKX safe to buy?

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