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G722 VFK

1990 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

63,935 mi
Last recorded63,935 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG722 VFK
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 63,935 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 63,809 miles

HAND BRAKE LEVER HAS TRAVEL BUT NOT EXCESSIVE

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced BOTH REAR ARCHS. IN BACK OF ARCH UNDER BACK LIGHT AREA SLIGHT CORROSION (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 63,801 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 22 May 2023 63,681 miles

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

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

Fail 18 May 2023 63,681 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2022 63,560 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2020 63,299 miles
Fail 27 May 2020 63,299 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Engine mounting excessively loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 63,207 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Oct 2017 62,636 miles

Oil leak

vehicle undersealed

Pass 31 May 2017 62,607 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Aug 2016 61,518 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2015 60,102 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2015 60,082 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Jun 2014 58,832 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2014 58,829 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 May 2013 57,081 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2012 55,205 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 53,624 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 51,870 miles

slight sidewall cracking to all 4 tyres

Pass 24 Feb 2009 50,524 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 48,484 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 45,505 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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G722 VFK is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 G722 VFK, 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 G722 VFK registered?

G722 VFK is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 March 1990.

Is G722 VFK safe to buy?

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