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H131 XKH

1990 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

105,849 mi
Last recorded105,849 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH131 XKH
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 105,849 miles

Tyres starting to perish

Underside damage.

Pass 25 Feb 2015 105,679 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 104,942 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 102,870 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 102,127 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2011 102,127 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) obscured more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 100,038 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 99,620 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 95,373 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2008 95,373 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2007 93,652 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 91,697 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 91,697 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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H131 XKH is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 H131 XKH, 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 H131 XKH registered?

H131 XKH is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 17 October 1990.

Is H131 XKH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H131 XKH shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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