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G608 YPO

1990 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

108,954 mi
Last recorded108,954 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG608 YPO
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 May 2026 108,954 miles
Pass 10 May 2025 108,498 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 108,232 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 108,110 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 107,918 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 107,723 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2020 107,538 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 106,878 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 106,730 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 106,730 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 2 Apr 2016 106,450 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2014 105,860 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2014 105,843 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 102,726 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2010 122,202 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 122,202 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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G608 YPO is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 G608 YPO, 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 G608 YPO registered?

G608 YPO is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 July 1990.

Is G608 YPO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G608 YPO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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