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G281 BRL

1990 Peugeot 205

Beige Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,540 mi
Last recorded135,540 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2008
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG281 BRL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2008 135,540 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2007 132,113 miles

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

Engine smokeing slightly at fast idle.

Pass 5 Oct 2006 127,534 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)

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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G281 BRL is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Beige with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 G281 BRL, 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 G281 BRL registered?

G281 BRL is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 20 January 1990.

Is G281 BRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for G281 BRL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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