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G733 VMJ

1989 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

119,695 mi
Last recorded119,695 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 1989 Peugeot 205105,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG733 VMJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 119,695 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 119,695 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 119,695 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 119,695 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 118,332 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2021 118,332 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 118,568 miles

Front to Rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Nearside Front Indicator lens missing

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Sep 2020 118,565 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel 55 kg No lock (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 48 % (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system At union (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front to Rear fuel pipes slightly corroded

Nearside Front Indicator lens missing

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 117,855 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 117,496 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 117,467 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 8 Apr 2014 117,250 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2005 116,839 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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G733 VMJ is a 1989 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 G733 VMJ, 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 G733 VMJ registered?

G733 VMJ is a 1989 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 October 1989.

Is G733 VMJ safe to buy?

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