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G238 RTU

1990 Peugeot 205

Beige Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

32,883 mi
Last recorded32,883 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG238 RTU
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 32,883 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2024 32,870 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2023 32,880 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 32,876 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 32,777 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 32,725 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 32,654 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2018 32,620 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 30,625 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 30,129 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Apr 2015 29,430 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 28,982 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 28,615 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 27,735 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 27,280 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 26,897 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 26,341 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 25,866 miles

n/s/f brake hose cracking

Pass 27 Apr 2007 25,175 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 24,509 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 24,491 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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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G238 RTU is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Beige with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1990 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 101,760 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 G238 RTU, 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 36 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 G238 RTU registered?

G238 RTU is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 April 1990.

Is G238 RTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G238 RTU shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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