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F798 PHD

1988 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2015
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

108,918 mi
Last recorded108,918 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2014
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF798 PHD
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2014 108,918 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Rear discs rusty.

Pass 25 May 2013 108,558 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 107,611 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 106,756 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 100,401 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 9 May 2009 100,401 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Sep 2006 101,975 miles

Only drivers seat fitted at time of test

both front c.v gaiters perished

low effort from nearside park brake

offside front anti roll bar ball joint gaiter u/s

rear exhaust box hanging rubbers perished

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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F798 PHD is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 F798 PHD, 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 F798 PHD registered?

F798 PHD is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 19 August 1988.

Is F798 PHD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F798 PHD shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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