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F968 SAC

1988 Peugeot 205

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jan 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

187,307 mi
Last recorded187,307 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2009
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF968 SAC
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2009 187,307 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

slight play in n/s steering rack

Pass 8 Jan 2008 180,248 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 5 Jan 2008 180,178 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Feb 2007 174,229 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 168,217 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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F968 SAC is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 F968 SAC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F968 SAC registered?

F968 SAC is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 30 December 1988.

Is F968 SAC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F968 SAC shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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