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G235 UKX

1989 Peugeot 205

Orange Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

70,770 mi
Last recorded70,770 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG235 UKX
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourOrange
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc
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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2026 70,770 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 69,930 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2024 69,243 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 68,482 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2022 67,804 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2021 67,587 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 66,969 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 65,990 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2018 64,497 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 63,944 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 62,586 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 58,223 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 146,098 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 142,226 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2007 142,226 miles

Centre Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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G235 UKX is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Orange with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 G235 UKX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G235 UKX registered?

G235 UKX is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 26 September 1989.

Is G235 UKX safe to buy?

The MOT history for G235 UKX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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