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G238 UKM

1990 Peugeot 205

Beige Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

159,509 mi
Last recorded159,509 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG238 UKM
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 159,509 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 156,353 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 154,017 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 150,164 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 147,862 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 142,488 miles
Fail 16 May 2007 142,488 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2006 136,515 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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 UKM is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Beige with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 UKM, 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.

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What year was G238 UKM registered?

G238 UKM is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 26 April 1990.

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