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H848 BFW

1990 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

95,116 mi
Last recorded95,116 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH848 BFW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 95,116 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 95,112 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 95,110 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2023 94,738 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 94,125 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 93,223 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 91,660 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 82,581 miles

Boot floor/rear chassis becoming corroded

Both inner/lower sills and sill areas are becoming corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2016 81,992 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 81,443 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

rear of chassis is becoming deteriorated

Pass 30 May 2014 80,243 miles

front subframe slightly corroded

Pass 29 Apr 2013
Pass 17 Mar 2012 80,240 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2012 80,240 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 79,130 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2010 77,656 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Mar 2010 77,656 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 102,390 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 102,390 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 101,287 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 101,287 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2007 73,712 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2006 97,205 miles

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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H848 BFW is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 H848 BFW, 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 H848 BFW registered?

H848 BFW is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 1 August 1990.

Is H848 BFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H848 BFW shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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