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G736 DCV

1990 Peugeot 205

Black Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests15 (7 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate46.7%

Mileage

119,299 mi
Last recorded119,299 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2013
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG736 DCV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

7 pass 8 fail
Fail 10 Sep 2013 119,299 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Sep 2012 116,796 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 116,744 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 114,038 miles

n/s/r door does not open

o/s headlamp cracked

Fail 2 Sep 2011 113,985 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

n/s/r door does not open

o/s headlamp cracked

Pass 14 Sep 2010 111,510 miles

N/S/R door will not open

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Oil leak

Fail 9 Sep 2010 111,503 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

N/S/R door will not open

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

O/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Sep 2009 109,032 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 109,028 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 106,862 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2008 106,862 miles

Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Sep 2007 103,536 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 103,582 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever, pawl mechanism pivots or their associated mountings are insecure (3.1.4b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 91,683 miles

as last advise list and power steering drive belt worn

Fail 13 Sep 2006 91,683 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

n/s rear tyre on 3mm tread depth

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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G736 DCV is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 46.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 G736 DCV, 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.

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What year was G736 DCV registered?

G736 DCV is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 8 May 1990.

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