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F210 MJO

1989 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

107,420 mi
Last recorded107,420 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF210 MJO
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 107,420 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Aug 2025 107,420 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Aug 2022 106,668 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front seat belt reciever casing missing

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

Pass 4 Aug 2021 106,174 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 105,845 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2018 105,523 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 105,148 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 104,287 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2015 104,287 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 104,063 miles

Oil leak

Fail 29 Apr 2014 104,061 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

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

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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F210 MJO is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 F210 MJO, 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 F210 MJO registered?

F210 MJO is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 14 April 1989.

Is F210 MJO safe to buy?

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