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F555 DGO

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

97,420 mi
Last recorded97,420 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF555 DGO
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 97,420 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2025 97,337 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 97,188 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 96,986 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 96,627 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2020 96,505 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 96,470 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 96,464 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 94,643 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight play o/s steering arm

Pass 8 Dec 2011 94,211 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 93,524 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2009 92,466 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 91,349 miles

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

slight binding nsf brake

Fail 13 Jan 2007 90,758 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 13 Jan 2007 90,758 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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F555 DGO is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F555 DGO, 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 F555 DGO registered?

F555 DGO is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 5 August 1988.

Is F555 DGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for F555 DGO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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