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F855 HMW

1989 Peugeot 205

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

195,675 mi
Last recorded195,675 miles
Recorded on20 May 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF855 HMW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 20 May 2026 195,675 miles
Pass 7 May 2025 194,378 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 193,453 miles
Pass 25 May 2023 192,645 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 191,570 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 190,150 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 189,034 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 187,389 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 185,768 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 184,724 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing slight noise

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 182,097 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 179,208 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 176,047 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 169,961 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 163,724 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 158,124 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 2 Feb 2010 154,968 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 150,488 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 146,680 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 140,885 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 134,586 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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F855 HMW is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 F855 HMW, 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 F855 HMW registered?

F855 HMW is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 3 February 1989.

Is F855 HMW safe to buy?

The MOT history for F855 HMW shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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