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F126 GNF

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

126,638 mi
Last recorded126,638 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF126 GNF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 126,638 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2024 124,737 miles

slight blow on exhaust at front

Pass 21 Dec 2023 123,587 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2023 123,549 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 122,689 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 121,942 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2020 121,136 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 119,107 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 117,349 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 116,031 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 114,118 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 112,403 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 110,504 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 108,478 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 106,494 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 104,382 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 102,107 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 99,182 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2008 95,900 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 93,871 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Nov 2005 91,032 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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F126 GNF is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 F126 GNF, 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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What year was F126 GNF registered?

F126 GNF is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 10 November 1988.

Is F126 GNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for F126 GNF shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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