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F283 PLL

1989 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

140,442 mi
Last recorded140,442 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF283 PLL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Sep 2026 140,442 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2025 14,034 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2025 14,034 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Feb 2016 137,867 miles

Front oil leak

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 137,103 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Fail 16 Feb 2015 137,103 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 21 May 2007 134,432 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2006 131,039 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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F283 PLL is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F283 PLL, 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 F283 PLL registered?

F283 PLL is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 16 January 1989.

Is F283 PLL safe to buy?

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