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F569 KMJ

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests8 (4 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

145,720 mi
Last recorded145,720 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF569 KMJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

4 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 145,720 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody corroded

Fail 14 Jul 2026 145,720 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

underbody corroded

Pass 24 Feb 2009 145,540 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Fail 24 Feb 2009 145,540 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 145,226 miles

rear seats not fitted

Fail 9 Feb 2008 145,226 miles

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

all wheel bearing locking nuts not secured

rear seats not fitted

Fail 9 Nov 2007 144,838 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 2 Jan 2007 144,520 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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F569 KMJ is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F569 KMJ, 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 F569 KMJ registered?

F569 KMJ is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 29 October 1988.

Is F569 KMJ safe to buy?

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