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G39 XPV

1990 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Oct 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

139,185 mi
Last recorded139,185 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2014
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG39 XPV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Sep 2014 139,185 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

nearside front inner steering joint has slight play

Pass 7 Oct 2013 137,179 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Oct 2012 133,096 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 128,415 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 123,304 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2009 118,824 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 115,435 miles

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

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 113,861 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front brakes slightly binding

Pass 16 Oct 2006 111,838 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2006 111,838 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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G39 XPV is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 G39 XPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G39 XPV registered?

G39 XPV is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 16 February 1990.

Is G39 XPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for G39 XPV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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