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F818 RPF

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

206,622 mi
Last recorded206,622 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2015
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF818 RPF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2015 206,622 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 197,385 miles

Engine oil leak advised

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 187,720 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 177,835 miles

outer track control arm bushes weak

Pass 8 Sep 2011 169,585 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 162,465 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 157,356 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 150,121 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 146,410 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Sep 2006 141,182 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2005 136,564 miles

Both rear flexy hose metal ends starting to corrode

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear O/S foot brake effort low, possible wheel †cylinder partally seized or lack of hydraulic pressure. [H/brake OK so shoes should be ok]

Pass 7 Sep 2005 136,564 miles

Both rear flexy hose metal ends starting to corrode

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Rear O/S foot brake effort low, possible wheel †cylinder partally seized or lack of hydraulic pressure. [H/brake OK so shoes should be ok]

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 RPF is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 RPF, 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 RPF registered?

F818 RPF is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 April 1989.

Is F818 RPF safe to buy?

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