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F117 OLF

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

54,867 mi
Last recorded54,867 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2015
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF117 OLF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2015 54,867 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 54,864 miles

damage to offside front no sharp edges

Pass 5 Jul 2012 5,458 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 53,228 miles

rust under car

Pass 18 Jun 2010 49,281 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2010 49,281 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Offside Front Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Battery insecure

body work damage to o/s/f

both rear tyres are cracked

front too rear bbake pipes are corodod

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 23 Jun 2009 48,791 miles

Both rear tyres are cracked and in very poor condition

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Drivers seat loose

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jun 2009 48,791 miles

Hazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition on (1.4.B.1f)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Both rear tyres are cracked and in very poor condition

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Drivers seat loose

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Jun 2008 48,631 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 48,497 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 47,919 miles

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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F117 OLF is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1989 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 105,920 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 F117 OLF, 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 37 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F117 OLF registered?

F117 OLF is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 17 March 1989.

Is F117 OLF safe to buy?

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