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F161 SLP

1989 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,428 mi
Last recorded66,428 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2016
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF161 SLP
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2016 66,428 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 66,428 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 Jun 2015 56,040 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 51,879 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 45,759 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 40,226 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 34,829 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 34,817 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 34,305 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 33,786 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2006 33,412 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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F161 SLP is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 F161 SLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F161 SLP registered?

F161 SLP is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 28 April 1989.

Is F161 SLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for F161 SLP shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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