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F54 XHG

1989 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

38,170 mi
Last recorded38,170 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2020
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF54 XHG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2020 38,170 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2020 38,170 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 38,147 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 38,147 miles

Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2016 38,060 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 37,777 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 37,777 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp inoperative (3.6.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Feb 2014 37,296 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 36,981 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 36,781 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 36,429 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Feb 2010 36,119 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 35,705 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 35,092 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 34,425 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 33,142 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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F54 XHG is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 F54 XHG, 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 F54 XHG registered?

F54 XHG is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 9 March 1989.

Is F54 XHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F54 XHG shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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