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G372 VPL

1990 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,098 mi
Last recorded76,098 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG372 VPL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 7 May 2025 76,098 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel cap/sealing device component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake cable guide defective and affecting operation (1.1.15 (d))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Exhaust silencer likely to become detached (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 71,017 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 May 2020 63,964 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and offside front and offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 May 2019 63,332 miles

All tyres showing age and cracking

Check straps worn/noisy

Nearside Rear Indicator lamp damaged

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leaks

Steering, suspension and brake components showing general age, wear and surface corrosion

Pass 21 May 2018 63,028 miles

All tyres showing signs of age/cracking

Check straps worn/noisy

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Various oil leaks

Pass 22 May 2017 62,651 miles

Various oil leaks

Check straps worn/noisy

Perishment and cracking to tyres

Rear Wheel bearings slightly noisy

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Pass 23 May 2016 62,217 miles

Check straps worn/noisy

Perishment and cracking to tyres

Rear Wheel bearings slightly noisy

Steering,suspension and brake components showing general age,wear and surface corrosion

Various oil leaks

Pass 1 Jun 2015 61,635 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Perishment and cracking to nearside front,offside front and nearside rear tyres

Surface corrosion to metal brake pipes and ferrules

Various minor oil leaks

Pass 29 May 2014 61,150 miles

nearside rear tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 20 May 2013 60,564 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 60,110 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 60,110 miles

Nearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 May 2011 59,541 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2010 58,953 miles

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

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

Pass 26 May 2009 58,437 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2008 57,878 miles

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

Fail 23 May 2008 57,878 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

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

Pass 18 May 2007 57,349 miles
Pass 18 May 2006 56,753 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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G372 VPL is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 G372 VPL, 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 G372 VPL registered?

G372 VPL is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 June 1990.

Is G372 VPL safe to buy?

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