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G538 OYB

1990 Peugeot 205

Green Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,362 mi
Last recorded112,362 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG538 OYB
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 112,362 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2020 109,720 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 109,720 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 107,964 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2011 100,225 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 99,511 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 25 Mar 2009 97,744 miles

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2009 97,744 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Battery insecure

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2007 91,745 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 75,662 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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G538 OYB is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Green with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 G538 OYB, 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 G538 OYB registered?

G538 OYB is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 May 1990.

Is G538 OYB safe to buy?

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