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G416 SYW

1996 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

122,807 mi
Last recorded122,807 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Peugeot 20592,095 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG416 SYW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 122,807 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2019 122,784 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2012 122,692 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 120,752 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2005 113,758 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Nov 2005 113,758 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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G416 SYW is a 1996 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 92,095 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 G416 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 30 years old, this Peugeot 205 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was G416 SYW registered?

G416 SYW is a 1996 Peugeot 205, first registered on 11 August 1996.

Is G416 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for G416 SYW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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