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F58 GYJ

1988 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 954cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,450 mi
Last recorded111,450 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2010
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF58 GYJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine954cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2010 111,450 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 111,202 miles

Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front bumper support bar corroded

handbrake travel

rear brake drums corroded but not weakened

Pass 7 Aug 2008 110,846 miles

Oil leak

Fail 6 Aug 2008 110,846 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 110,485 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Fail 23 Aug 2007 110,485 miles

Front passenger seat insecure (6.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Aug 2006 109,513 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

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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F58 GYJ is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 954cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F58 GYJ, 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.

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What year was F58 GYJ registered?

F58 GYJ is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 9 August 1988.

Is F58 GYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F58 GYJ shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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