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G473 XTP

1990 Peugeot 205

Beige Lpg 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2012
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

105,702 mi
Last recorded105,702 miles
Recorded on25 May 2011
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG473 XTP
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBeige
Fuel typeLpg
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 May 2011 105,702 miles

has some corrosion to roof on nearside between two seat belt mounting point prescribed areas

Fail 25 May 2011 105,702 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

has some corrosion to roof on nearside between two seat belt mounting point prescribed areas

Pass 12 Feb 2010 97,619 miles

Front tyre size is 165/70R13. Rear tyre size is 175/70R13.

Fail 11 Feb 2010 97,618 miles

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Front tyre size is 165/70R13. Rear tyre size is 175/70R13.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2009 93,745 miles

Front tyre size 165/65/13. Rear tyre size 175/65/13.

Fail 12 Feb 2009 93,745 miles

Front tyre size 165/65/13. Rear tyre size 175/65/13.

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2008 91,972 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2007 89,138 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 89,138 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel cylinder has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Jan 2006 86,671 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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G473 XTP is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Beige with a 1,580cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G473 XTP, 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 G473 XTP registered?

G473 XTP is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 5 April 1990.

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