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G126 LGJ

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

90,960 mi
Last recorded90,960 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG126 LGJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 90,960 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 90,863 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2009 90,536 miles

Nearside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 89,503 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2007 88,003 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Jun 2007 88,003 miles

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

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

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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G126 LGJ is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 G126 LGJ, 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 G126 LGJ registered?

G126 LGJ is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 7 August 1989.

Is G126 LGJ safe to buy?

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