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F818 RLO

1989 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,525 mi
Last recorded83,525 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2008
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF818 RLO
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2008 83,525 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

some damage to front no plate, rec replacment

Pass 21 Dec 2007 72,928 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2007 69,777 miles

same as test no292442287026

Fail 23 Mar 2007 69,777 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

offside rear tyre tread low on inner edge

Pass 21 Mar 2006 65,384 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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F818 RLO is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 F818 RLO, 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 F818 RLO registered?

F818 RLO is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 24 February 1989.

Is F818 RLO safe to buy?

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