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G23 BFX

1989 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,318 mi
Last recorded97,318 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2022
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG23 BFX
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2022 97,318 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2021 95,415 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 May 2018 95,227 miles

Nearside Rear Bump stop missing

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Boot floor (2.4.A.3)

Rear body/bumper mountings corroded, But not within prescribed area.

Pass 26 Aug 2016 93,216 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 93,129 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 91,747 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

slight play in steering rack

Pass 23 Dec 2008 83,382 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

slight play steering rack n/s

Fail 23 Dec 2008 83,382 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

slight play steering rack n/s

Pass 15 Dec 2007 76,154 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 68,974 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 63,320 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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G23 BFX is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 G23 BFX, 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 G23 BFX registered?

G23 BFX is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G23 BFX safe to buy?

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