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G949 VFJ

1990 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

30,037 mi
Last recorded30,037 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG949 VFJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 30,037 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 30,023 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 29,998 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 29,998 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 29,997 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 29,986 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 29,982 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 29,976 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer sidewall has slight damage

Pass 30 Sep 2014 29,787 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 29,312 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 29,309 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 28,851 miles

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

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

front n/plate cracked

Fail 5 Dec 2009 28,844 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

front n/plate cracked

Pass 8 Dec 2008 28,658 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 28,404 miles

crack on front number plate

Pass 21 Dec 2006 28,243 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 27,909 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2005 27,909 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nail in n/s/r tyre

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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G949 VFJ is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 G949 VFJ, 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 G949 VFJ registered?

G949 VFJ is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 22 March 1990.

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