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G253 UYF

1989 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

145,323 mi
Last recorded145,323 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG253 UYF
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2026 145,323 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2025 145,173 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 144,544 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 143,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2023 143,032 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front-rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 141,873 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 140,083 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 136,861 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 134,676 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 23 Sep 2019 134,676 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 132,683 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 130,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 128,598 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Jul 2015 124,436 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2014 12,297 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 120,274 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 118,104 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2011 16,553 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 114,942 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2009 113,116 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 111,414 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 111,160 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 105,795 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

both front wipers smearing slightly

Pass 30 Oct 2006 99,425 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 94,907 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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G253 UYF is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 G253 UYF, 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 G253 UYF registered?

G253 UYF is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 23 November 1989.

Is G253 UYF safe to buy?

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