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E860 GRF

1987 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

190,685 mi
Last recorded190,685 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2006
Typical for 1987 Peugeot 205100,396 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE860 GRF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1987
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2006 190,685 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Sep 2005 183,670 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 Aug 2005 183,670 miles

Centre Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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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E860 GRF is a 1987 Peugeot 205 in Red 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 E860 GRF, 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 E860 GRF registered?

E860 GRF is a 1987 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1987.

Is E860 GRF safe to buy?

The MOT history for E860 GRF 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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