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F457 MLL

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

135,328 mi
Last recorded135,328 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF457 MLL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2026 135,328 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 134,941 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 134,032 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 133,542 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 132,185 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 130,062 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2015 128,436 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2015 128,436 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 127,186 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 127,186 miles

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 125,269 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 124,095 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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F457 MLL is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 F457 MLL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F457 MLL?

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What year was F457 MLL registered?

F457 MLL is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 19 August 1988.

Is F457 MLL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F457 MLL shows 12 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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