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F551 WEG

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,759 mi
Last recorded85,759 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF551 WEG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 1 Apr 2026 85,759 miles

Horn control insecure (7.7 (b))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 85,499 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 85,475 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 85,401 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 85,393 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 85,280 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 84,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 84,353 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 83,505 miles

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

Pass 3 Jun 2011 83,485 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Apr 2010 82,518 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2009 81,138 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 79,579 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2006 76,181 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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F551 WEG is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F551 WEG, 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 F551 WEG registered?

F551 WEG is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 10 September 1988.

Is F551 WEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F551 WEG shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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