CarVerify

Free Car Check

G358 NLG

1989 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 1580cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

152,567 mi
Last recorded152,567 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationG358 NLG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 152,567 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2023 152,364 miles

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

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

headlamp masks fitted

rally car test carried out

Fail 1 Jun 2023 152,360 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp insecure both aim poor (4.1.1 (c))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Front top mounts have some play

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rally car test carried out

slight exhaust blow

Pass 9 Apr 2022 152,062 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 Apr 2022 152,062 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Jan 2020 151,959 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

non standard seats and belts fitted

Fail 2 Jan 2020 151,959 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

non standard seats and belts fitted

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Dec 2018 151,276 miles

Front non standard seats and belts fitted

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 14 Dec 2017 150,487 miles

Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

non standard seats and belts fitted

tail lamps dim

Fail 14 Dec 2017 150,487 miles

Front Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

non standard seats and belts fitted

tail lamps dim

Fail 9 Feb 2008 150,078 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Off side steering rack rod end has slight play

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2008 150,078 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Off side steering rack rod end has slight play

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 10 Feb 2007 149,489 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 148,795 miles

slight damage nearside rear brake pipe

slight lift both suspension front legs

slight play offside steering rack

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
Full Peugeot 205 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

G358 NLG is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G358 NLG, 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

How do I check the history of G358 NLG?

You can check the full history of G358 NLG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was G358 NLG registered?

G358 NLG is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 January 1989.

Is G358 NLG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G358 NLG shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does G358 NLG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on G358 NLG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.