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G797 TMV

1990 Peugeot 205

White Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

96,692 mi
Last recorded96,692 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG797 TMV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 96,692 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 95,911 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 95,102 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 94,402 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 92,964 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2020 91,638 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 91,117 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 89,669 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 88,577 miles
Pass 16 May 2016 87,087 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 85,692 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 84,988 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 84,977 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 May 2013 83,825 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 82,508 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 81,838 miles
Pass 4 May 2010
Fail 22 Apr 2010 80,889 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 May 2009 78,322 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2008 76,909 miles
Fail 10 May 2008 76,909 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2007 76,218 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 71,227 miles

FRONT TO REAR METAL BRAKE PIPE CORRODING AT THE REAR.

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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G797 TMV is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in White with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 G797 TMV, 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 G797 TMV registered?

G797 TMV is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 18 June 1990.

Is G797 TMV safe to buy?

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