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G590 FJC

1989 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

165,550 mi
Last recorded165,550 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG590 FJC
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 165,550 miles

this vehicle is highly modified for rally purposes and maybe subject to change or alteration at any point

Pass 14 Jun 2024 165,550 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 165,499 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2020 165,377 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2020 165,377 miles

Front Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2018 163,648 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 162,205 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 159,708 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2014 159,331 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2013 157,789 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 153,148 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 146,827 miles

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 140,599 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 139,820 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 138,702 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2006 136,664 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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G590 FJC is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 G590 FJC, 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 G590 FJC registered?

G590 FJC is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is G590 FJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for G590 FJC shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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