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F560 RRW

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

144,914 mi
Last recorded144,914 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF560 RRW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 144,914 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2025 144,901 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 144,888 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 144,875 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 144,860 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 144,838 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 144,838 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 144,821 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2019 144,813 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 144,799 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2018 144,799 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2017 144,772 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 144,742 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2015 144,685 miles

Brake pedal slightly stiff.

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 144,688 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 144,502 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2013 144,502 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2012 144,254 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 144,251 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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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F560 RRW is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 F560 RRW, 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 F560 RRW registered?

F560 RRW is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 November 1988.

Is F560 RRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F560 RRW shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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