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G205 XLF

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

78,175 mi
Last recorded78,175 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG205 XLF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 78,175 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2025 75,949 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 75,813 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 75,028 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2021 74,736 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2021 74,736 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2020 74,559 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 74,343 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 73,961 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 73,750 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 72,955 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2015 77,260 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 71,560 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 71,079 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 70,917 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 70,809 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 70,397 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 69,639 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 68,580 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 67,883 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

N/S/R foot brake efficiency lower than O/S/R

Pass 29 Jul 2006 66,986 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 23 Jul 2005 65,484 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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G205 XLF is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G205 XLF, 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 G205 XLF registered?

G205 XLF is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 September 1989.

Is G205 XLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for G205 XLF shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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