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G488 SPN

1990 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

105,213 mi
Last recorded105,213 miles
Recorded on16 May 2016
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG488 SPN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 May 2016 105,213 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 103,784 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f tyre cracking on outer sidewall,

Pass 23 Apr 2014 102,566 miles

Nearside front tyre perished and cracking - will require replacement very soon

Fail 22 Apr 2014 102,554 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front tyre perished and cracking - will require replacement very soon

Pass 30 Apr 2013 101,563 miles

nearside front tyre is cracking, will need replacing very soon

offside front trak rod end has slight play

offside rear shocker is damp

Pass 2 May 2012 100,472 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2012 100,358 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 14 Apr 2011 98,876 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 98,876 miles

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2008 98,301 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 97,978 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 97,279 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 97,279 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2006 97,279 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

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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G488 SPN is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G488 SPN, 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 G488 SPN registered?

G488 SPN is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 4 January 1990.

Is G488 SPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for G488 SPN shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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