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H840 DKJ

1990 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

124,513 mi
Last recorded124,513 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2013
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH840 DKJ
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2013 124,513 miles

OIL LEAK

damage to front number plate

damage to n/s headlamp lens

damage to o/s/f indicater lens

dampness to injecters area

n/s outer c.v gaiter deteriating starting to weep grease

o/s outer c.v gaiter deteriating

rear seat belts partialy tested / seats folded away

slight play in o/s track rod end

some binding to o/s/f wheel when rotated

some binding to o/s/r wheel when rotated

vehicle tested under dirty conditions

Fail 7 Apr 2012 116,777 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

both front wiper blades smear

nearside front constant velocity gaitor perished

offside front brake disc pitted on inside edge

Pass 7 Apr 2012 116,777 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Oil leak

both front wiper blades smear

nearside front constant velocity gaitor perished

offside front brake disc pitted on inside edge

Pass 1 Feb 2011 105,702 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 102,060 miles

Oil leak

Pass 5 Mar 2009 92,590 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 79,754 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 71,235 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2006 71,232 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Offside Rear Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

offside rear bump stop missing

front number plate damaged

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

Pass 21 Dec 2005 65,400 miles

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

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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H840 DKJ is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 H840 DKJ, 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 H840 DKJ registered?

H840 DKJ is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 12 November 1990.

Is H840 DKJ safe to buy?

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