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F205 PRD

1989 Peugeot 205

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

252,937 mi
Last recorded252,937 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2009
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF205 PRD
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2009 252,937 miles

engine smokey

rad leaking

tow bar badley rusted

Fail 19 Jun 2009 252,937 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

engine smokey

rad leaking

tow bar badley rusted

Pass 13 Jun 2008 244,037 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 233,210 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 233,210 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 219,198 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 16 Jun 2006 219,198 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Nearside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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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F205 PRD is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 F205 PRD, 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 F205 PRD registered?

F205 PRD is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 22 February 1989.

Is F205 PRD safe to buy?

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