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G403 HCY

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

141,430 mi
Last recorded141,430 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG403 HCY
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 141,430 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 141,120 miles

o/s/f tyre has acut but not showing plys or cords

Fail 21 Jan 2015 141,118 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f tyre has acut but not showing plys or cords

Pass 25 Oct 2013 140,040 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2013 140,035 miles

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

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 139,740 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 137,496 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 137,066 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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G403 HCY is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 G403 HCY, 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.

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What year was G403 HCY registered?

G403 HCY is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G403 HCY safe to buy?

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