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F711 JGT

1989 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2023
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,380 mi
Last recorded151,380 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2022
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF711 JGT
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2022 151,380 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jun 2019 151,374 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear under floor (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front bonnet hinge broke but not likely to become detached

Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn radius arm (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under arch (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside ()

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 150,691 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 150,690 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Dec 2012 148,590 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2011 144,368 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2010 142,451 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2010 142,451 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 139,031 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

just passed co test

Pass 29 Dec 2008 133,505 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2007 131,366 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2007 131,366 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 129,321 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 125,658 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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F711 JGT is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 F711 JGT, 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 F711 JGT registered?

F711 JGT is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 30 June 1989.

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