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G252 JVF

1989 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

137,336 mi
Last recorded137,336 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2009
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG252 JVF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2009 137,336 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2009 137,336 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front exhaust has been repaired with bandage

Pass 23 Sep 2008 132,834 miles

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

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

engine smokey

Pass 14 Sep 2007 128,127 miles

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

o/s inner drive shaft boot leaking grease

slight blue smoke from exhaust

unable to fully test n/s/r seatbelt due to childs seat being fitted

Pass 20 Sep 2006 124,709 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 124,709 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

both wiper blades slightly split

Pass 13 Sep 2005 120,886 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

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

Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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G252 JVF is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G252 JVF, 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 G252 JVF registered?

G252 JVF is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 20 November 1989.

Is G252 JVF safe to buy?

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