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F60 ETU

1988 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,308 mi
Last recorded145,308 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF60 ETU
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 145,308 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 144,780 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 143,909 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 143,490 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 141,317 miles

front and rear brake discs slightly corroded but not to excess

Pass 12 Oct 2015 140,638 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 139,223 miles

rear seats removed

track day car not stardard vehicle

Pass 12 Sep 2013 137,775 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 136,793 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 132,504 miles

Coolant leak

Pass 1 Jul 2006 132,431 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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F60 ETU is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 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 F60 ETU, 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

How do I check the history of F60 ETU?

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What year was F60 ETU registered?

F60 ETU is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 26 August 1988.

Is F60 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for F60 ETU shows 11 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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