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F473 UVN

1989 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

109,409 mi
Last recorded109,409 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF473 UVN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 109,409 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2026 109,409 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2025 108,564 miles

Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened Clicks when applied at the maximum - however i cant make it release unless the button is operated correctly - so pass and advise (1.1.15 (b))

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

Rear Reversing lamps do not illuminate - however before the cut off tro fail the MOT

Spare wheel carrier cabled tied into place - seems secure for now

Fail 12 May 2025 108,564 miles

Brake lever worn but not seriously weakened Clicks when applied at the maximum - however i cant make it release unless the button is operated correctly - so pass and advise (1.1.15 (b))

Front Position lamp not working Both nearside and offside (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Reversing lamps do not illuminate - however before the cut off tro fail the MOT

Spare wheel carrier cabled tied into place - seems secure for now

Pass 24 Mar 2014 108,358 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2012 108,117 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 107,601 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 107,150 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 106,856 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2008 106,021 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 105,479 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 104,843 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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F473 UVN is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F473 UVN, 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 F473 UVN registered?

F473 UVN is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 20 February 1989.

Is F473 UVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for F473 UVN 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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