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F166 HGF

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

51,314 mi
Last recorded51,314 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2011
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF166 HGF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2011 51,314 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 12 Jul 2011 51,278 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2010 44,985 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 19 Jul 2010 44,981 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jun 2009 41,486 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 40,978 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Fail 25 Jun 2008 40,977 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Both rear tyres cracked

Brake fluid over maximum

Offside floorpan split but not corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2007 40,421 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 39,902 miles

both handbrake cables cracked

steering damper slightly damp

Fail 5 Jul 2006 39,902 miles

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

both handbrake cables cracked

steering damper slightly damp

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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F166 HGF is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F166 HGF, 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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F166 HGF is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 30 June 1989.

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