CarVerify

Free Car Check

F938 AAV

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2007
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

328,456 mi
Last recorded328,456 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2006
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationF938 AAV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2006 328,456 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

advise both rear flexy hoses worn and cracking

advise both rear shocks corroded

advise damage to bodywork

advise dampness around fuel tank

Fail 12 Dec 2006 328,456 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

advise both rear flexy hoses worn and cracking

advise both rear shocks corroded

advise damage to bodywork

advise dampness around fuel tank

Fail 18 Nov 2006 328,155 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

damage to windscreen

dampness to diesel pipes

slight movement in track control arm to anti roll bar bushes

Pass 17 Nov 2005 320,830 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 320,809 miles

Rear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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
Full Peugeot 205 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

F938 AAV is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 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 F938 AAV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of F938 AAV?

You can check the full history of F938 AAV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was F938 AAV registered?

F938 AAV is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 11 January 1989.

Is F938 AAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for F938 AAV shows 5 tests with a 40% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does F938 AAV have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on F938 AAV. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.