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F211 DJW

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

991 mi
Last recorded991 miles
Recorded on30 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF211 DJW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2026 991 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 699 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 13 miles

Speedo changed to digital

Pass 16 Dec 2021 75,580 miles

Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both front outer cv gaiters (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Dec 2020 63,107 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2019 61,779 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 61,749 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2009 61,749 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Aug 2006 55,984 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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F211 DJW is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F211 DJW, 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 F211 DJW registered?

F211 DJW is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 23 June 1989.

Is F211 DJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F211 DJW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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