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FRG 205

1986 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2025
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

43,323 mi
Last recorded43,323 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2024
Typical for 1986 Peugeot 20593,936 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFRG 205
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1986
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2024 43,323 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 43,319 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 43,297 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 43,289 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 42,283 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

bonnet does not lock in the closed position

Pass 2 Feb 2012 43,172 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear brake discs corroded

both rear light lens slightly darkened

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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FRG 205 is a 1986 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1986 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.9% with a typical mileage of 93,936 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 FRG 205, 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 40 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FRG 205 registered?

FRG 205 is a 1986 Peugeot 205, first registered on 28 November 1986.

Is FRG 205 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FRG 205 shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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