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F531 WOL

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,419 mi
Last recorded81,419 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2006
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF531 WOL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2006 81,419 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Front bumper insecure

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Oil leak

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front screen bubbling up laminated

offside hand brake cable casing broken

offsidedoor look loose

sensor wires broken (pads)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 80,635 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 80,635 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

near side pad sensor wire broken

rear bumper damaged

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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F531 WOL is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 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 F531 WOL, 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

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What year was F531 WOL registered?

F531 WOL is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 10 August 1988.

Is F531 WOL safe to buy?

The MOT history for F531 WOL shows 3 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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