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F27 XFK

1988 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2018
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,776 mi
Last recorded78,776 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF27 XFK
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2017 78,776 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 79,746 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 79,469 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 79,396 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 79,396 miles

Centre Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside engine mounting bracket missing (6.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2012 79,242 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (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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F27 XFK is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F27 XFK, 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 F27 XFK registered?

F27 XFK is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 November 1988.

Is F27 XFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F27 XFK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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