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F939 LRC

1989 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,181 mi
Last recorded58,181 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2021
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF939 LRC
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2021 58,181 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 58,173 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 58,159 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Aug 2018 58,056 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 57,598 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 57,200 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 56,955 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 56,689 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 56,452 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 56,293 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 56,114 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 55,874 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 55,533 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 55,525 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Aug 2008 55,294 miles

Nearside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Aug 2007 55,005 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 54,997 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 17 Aug 2006 54,791 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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F939 LRC is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 F939 LRC, 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 F939 LRC registered?

F939 LRC is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 29 June 1989.

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