CarVerify

Free Car Check

H36 BGN

1990 Peugeot 205

Green Diesel 1800cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

167,458 mi
Last recorded167,458 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2023
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationH36 BGN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,800cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2023 167,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

all under body covered with under seal

Fail 13 Jun 2023 167,458 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

all under body covered with under seal

Pass 31 Mar 2022 163,711 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

under body corroded

Pass 12 May 2020 161,581 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2018 161,009 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 161,009 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2017 157,904 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 157,010 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 154,418 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 151,023 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 148,726 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2012 144,756 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 136,903 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 136,903 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Jun 2010 129,034 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2010 129,034 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jul 2009 122,891 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 115,025 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2008 115,025 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 110,262 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 96,897 miles

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
Full Peugeot 205 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

H36 BGN is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Green with a 1,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 H36 BGN, 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

How do I check the history of H36 BGN?

You can check the full history of H36 BGN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was H36 BGN registered?

H36 BGN is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 24 September 1990.

Is H36 BGN safe to buy?

The MOT history for H36 BGN shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H36 BGN have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on H36 BGN. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.