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F88 JAP

1988 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 May 2027
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

132,543 mi
Last recorded132,543 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF88 JAP
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 132,543 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported by fuel tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed middle (7.1.2 (b))

Fail 15 May 2026 132,529 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported by fuel tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed middle (7.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 130,345 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported by flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported by fuel tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed center (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Feb 2024 130,341 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported by flexi (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported by fuel tank (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed center (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2023 129,264 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2018 129,120 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 129,058 miles

cable rubbing on drive shaft o/s

front tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 5 Jan 2017 129,058 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint bolt loose (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

cable rubbing on drive shaft o/s

front tyres worn on outer edges

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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F88 JAP is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 F88 JAP, 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 F88 JAP registered?

F88 JAP is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 30 September 1988.

Is F88 JAP safe to buy?

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