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F522 FGJ

1988 Peugeot 205

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

56,519 mi
Last recorded56,519 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF522 FGJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2026 56,519 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 56,455 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 56,431 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 55,652 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2022 55,501 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 55,418 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 55,191 miles

both front flexi brake hoses perishing

both outer cv boots perishing

Pass 16 Sep 2017 55,179 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 54,965 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 54,965 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 54,269 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 53,882 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 52,785 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 51,906 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 50,898 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 49,857 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 49,101 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 48,393 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 47,638 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 47,071 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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F522 FGJ is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 F522 FGJ, 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 F522 FGJ?

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What year was F522 FGJ registered?

F522 FGJ is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 7 November 1988.

Is F522 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F522 FGJ shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F522 FGJ have outstanding finance?

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