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G347 SYW

1989 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

83,052 mi
Last recorded83,052 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG347 SYW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2026 83,052 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2025 82,020 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 80,721 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 79,785 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2022 78,953 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 78,185 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2020 77,886 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 77,536 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 76,741 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 76,103 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 75,939 miles

Nearside weep around steering rack gaitor

Pass 10 Sep 2015 75,679 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 75,420 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 174,911 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 174,473 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2012 174,447 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2011 173,566 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 172,847 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2009 171,801 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 167,032 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 161,864 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 161,863 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Jun 2006 159,597 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2006 159,521 miles

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 14 Jun 2005 154,503 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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G347 SYW is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,580cc 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 G347 SYW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G347 SYW registered?

G347 SYW is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G347 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G347 SYW shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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