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G471 XLE

1989 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2011
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,814 mi
Last recorded146,814 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2010
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG471 XLE
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2010 146,814 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Nov 2009 144,498 miles

front drop links slight movement

slight play in steering

Pass 14 Nov 2008 142,551 miles

slight movement top shock mounts

slight play in steering

Pass 22 Nov 2007 140,676 miles

slight movement rear wheels bearing

slight play front steering

Pass 17 Nov 2006 133,677 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2005 126,260 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 126,173 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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G471 XLE is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 G471 XLE, 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 G471 XLE registered?

G471 XLE is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G471 XLE safe to buy?

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