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F668 SPJ

1989 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

147,850 mi
Last recorded147,850 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2024
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF668 SPJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2024 147,850 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 147,649 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 147,649 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 147,323 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 147,323 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 147,287 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 147,254 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 146,988 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 146,484 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 146,232 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 146,110 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 14,412 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2005 14,231 miles

Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

chip in near side mirrior

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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F668 SPJ is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1989 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.5% with a typical mileage of 105,920 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 F668 SPJ, 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 37 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was F668 SPJ registered?

F668 SPJ is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 May 1989.

Is F668 SPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for F668 SPJ shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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