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F690 HWL

1988 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

97,382 mi
Last recorded97,382 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF690 HWL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 97,382 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 97,362 miles

The brake system would benefit from service or repair.

Pass 5 Dec 2014 97,058 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 20 Nov 2013 96,313 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 95,705 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 94,802 miles

Slight drag o/side front brake

Pass 17 Dec 2010 93,669 miles

Drivers seat loose but secure on runners.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

O/side wing mirror loose

Offside Rear 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 Dec 2009 92,145 miles

Engine fules entering car,

Heavy engine oil leak possibly from the rear main.

Pass 18 Dec 2008 91,049 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Fail 16 Dec 2008 91,038 miles

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (7.3.A.2b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 89,893 miles

PLAY DETECTED IN O/S/F SEAT CANTILEVER MOUNTINGS.

Pass 15 Dec 2006 88,393 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2005 86,862 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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F690 HWL is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 F690 HWL, 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 F690 HWL registered?

F690 HWL is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 18 November 1988.

Is F690 HWL safe to buy?

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