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F690 OLW

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

273,383 mi
Last recorded273,383 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF690 OLW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2025 273,383 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2024 270,284 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2023 267,299 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2022 263,282 miles

Engine and gearbox have oil leaks

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 259,339 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 256,396 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 255,453 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Nov 2018 247,513 miles

front discs corroding on inner surfaces

Pass 5 Dec 2017 242,910 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2016 238,561 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 233,785 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 227,862 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 222,076 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 215,753 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 208,555 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 202,122 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2009 194,441 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 185,905 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 179,628 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 172,243 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 OLW is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 F690 OLW, 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 F690 OLW registered?

F690 OLW is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 9 December 1988.

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