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F217 ODF

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

167,494 mi
Last recorded167,494 miles
Recorded on3 May 2023
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF217 ODF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 May 2023 167,494 miles

Front Bumper insecure mountings corroded and bumper not held secure to vehicle (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis front end within 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg within 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg within 30cm of suspension mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation handbrake cable casing corroded and has outer protective casing missing (1.1.15 (d))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced offside sill within 30cm of front seat belt mount (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 166,497 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 165,341 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2020 163,857 miles

oil leak from front

Pass 30 Apr 2019 161,718 miles

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off slightly damage (0.1 (a))

oil leaking

Pass 26 May 2018 159,615 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2018 159,583 miles

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

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2017 156,384 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 153,715 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded over fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 150,887 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 149,417 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 146,706 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 144,278 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 140,640 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 135,510 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 130,828 miles

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

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

slight buckle front offside brake disc

Pass 24 Apr 2008 126,029 miles

damage to nearside of bumper

Fail 22 Apr 2008 125,990 miles

Offside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

damage to nearside of bumper

Pass 17 Apr 2007 120,403 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 115,812 miles

nearside handbrake cable outer casing broken

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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F217 ODF is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 105,469 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 F217 ODF, 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 38 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F217 ODF registered?

F217 ODF is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 23 August 1988.

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