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G986 RAU

1990 Peugeot 205

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

100,967 mi
Last recorded100,967 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG986 RAU
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 100,967 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2025 100,114 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jan 2024 99,748 miles

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

Fail 16 Jan 2024 99,748 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Jan 2023 99,185 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 98,765 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 98,268 miles

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

slight underbody corrosion

Pass 22 Jan 2020 97,995 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2019 97,390 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 16 Jan 2018 96,730 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 11 Jan 2017 95,392 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 7 Jan 2016 94,543 miles

oil leak

Pass 8 Jan 2015 93,503 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 72,636 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 91,710 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2012 91,308 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 13 Jan 2011 90,579 miles

front disc/s worn

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2010 89,918 miles

wiperblades starting to split

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Jan 2009 88,157 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Jan 2008 87,036 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

front compliance bushes worn

Pass 17 Jan 2007 85,316 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Jan 2006 84,303 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

all brake pipes slightly corroded

oil leak

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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G986 RAU is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 G986 RAU, 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 G986 RAU registered?

G986 RAU is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 January 1990.

Is G986 RAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for G986 RAU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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