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F239 FWG

1989 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1100cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,940 mi
Last recorded134,940 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF239 FWG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,100cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2013 134,940 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 134,316 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 132,946 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 131,240 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 129,152 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 127,052 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2006 123,730 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2005 119,127 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 119,040 miles

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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F239 FWG is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,100cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F239 FWG, 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 F239 FWG registered?

F239 FWG is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 April 1989.

Is F239 FWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F239 FWG shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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