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F510 TBE

1988 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2025
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

52,826 mi
Last recorded52,826 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2024
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF510 TBE
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2024 52,826 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 51,556 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2016 51,496 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2015 51,177 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 50,895 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 50,895 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2013 50,539 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 50,285 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 50,116 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2011 50,116 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 49,975 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2010 49,975 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Oct 2009 49,784 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2009 49,782 miles

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Oct 2008 49,629 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2008 49,627 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 49,436 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2007 49,436 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 25 Oct 2006 49,140 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2006 49,140 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 48,842 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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F510 TBE is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 F510 TBE, 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 F510 TBE?

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What year was F510 TBE registered?

F510 TBE is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 15 November 1988.

Is F510 TBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for F510 TBE shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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