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F742 PBK

1988 Peugeot 205

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

149,750 mi
Last recorded149,750 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF742 PBK
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 149,750 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2024 146,691 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 143,011 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2023 143,011 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2022 143,002 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2022 143,002 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 141,771 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2018 141,139 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 139,920 miles

coil spring corroded ns and os front (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 21 Aug 2017 139,917 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting weld cracked (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

coil spring corroded ns and os front (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2016 138,341 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 136,440 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 134,689 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 132,229 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 129,929 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 127,092 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 125,186 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 122,953 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 120,733 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 120,707 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Aug 2007 118,880 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 116,618 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 18 Aug 2006 116,618 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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F742 PBK is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 F742 PBK, 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 F742 PBK?

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What year was F742 PBK registered?

F742 PBK is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 22 November 1988.

Is F742 PBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for F742 PBK shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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