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H863 RYG

1990 Peugeot 205

Black Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,609 mi
Last recorded150,609 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH863 RYG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 150,609 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2025 150,562 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 150,550 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 150,029 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2023 150,025 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 149,965 miles

All four tyres perished

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 24 Feb 2022 149,958 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

All four tyres perished

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 149,923 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 149,923 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 149,644 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2019 149,641 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2016 149,156 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 148,446 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2011 141,372 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2011 141,372 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Aug 2010 141,362 miles

Front Brake Discs Heavily Corroded

O/S/F Tyre Cut in Tread

Oil leak

Rear Brake Discs Heavily Corroded

Vehicle Has Been Heavily Modified

Vehicle Heavily Under-Sealed

Fail 6 Aug 2010 141,362 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Brake Discs Heavily Corroded

O/S/F Tyre Cut in Tread

Oil leak

Rear Brake Discs Heavily Corroded

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

Vehicle Has Been Heavily Modified

Vehicle Heavily Under-Sealed

Pass 30 Sep 2009
Pass 20 Nov 2007 198,060 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Oct 2006 139,492 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 2 Oct 2006 139,492 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

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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H863 RYG is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Black with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 H863 RYG, 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 H863 RYG registered?

H863 RYG is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 8 August 1990.

Is H863 RYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H863 RYG shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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