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F196 RPL

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2009
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

139,996 mi
Last recorded139,996 miles
Recorded on27 May 2008
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF196 RPL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2008 139,996 miles
Fail 24 May 2008 139,996 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose stretched (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 138,441 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 138,441 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2006 137,018 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 137,018 miles

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

Pass 24 Oct 2005 134,495 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2005 134,495 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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F196 RPL is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 F196 RPL, 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 F196 RPL registered?

F196 RPL is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 22 May 1989.

Is F196 RPL safe to buy?

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