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H517 FPE

1990 Peugeot 205

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

154,994 mi
Last recorded154,994 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2016
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH517 FPE
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2016 154,994 miles

Brake performance results just within limits brakes may require adjustment/replacement

Fail 24 Sep 2016 154,994 miles

Brake performance results just within limits brakes may require adjustment/replacement

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 10 Sep 2016 154,416 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan marked in yellow chalk (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

both rear tyres wearing low 3mm 165/70/13

rear shock absorber bushes deteriorated

Pass 25 Aug 2015 145,916 miles

Offside Rear Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 143,016 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2013 140,031 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel line slightly corroded

Pass 7 Sep 2012 137,741 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 134,524 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 133,588 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 133,155 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 132,526 miles

rear bump stops missing

Pass 23 Aug 2007 131,359 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

nearside handbrake cable deteriorated

Pass 24 Aug 2006 130,352 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2005 128,212 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
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H517 FPE is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H517 FPE, 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.

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What year was H517 FPE registered?

H517 FPE is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 10 September 1990.

Is H517 FPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for H517 FPE shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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