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H872 MDW

1990 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

88,259 mi
Last recorded88,259 miles
Recorded on3 May 2018
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH872 MDW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 May 2018 88,259 miles

different size tyres fitted to front and rear

play in drivers seat adjustment runner rails

Pass 6 Apr 2017 88,199 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

different size tyres fitted front and rear

security of drivers seat

Fail 23 Mar 2017 88,196 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear service brake effort low

different size tyres fitted front and rear

security of drivers seat

Pass 24 Nov 2015 87,929 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake pad wear indicator wire broken

wear in drivers and passengers seat adjustment runners

Fail 24 Nov 2015 87,929 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part fowling on road wheel (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front brake pad wear indicator wire broken

wear in drivers and passengers seat adjustment runners

Pass 25 Apr 2014 87,588 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 87,106 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 85,556 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 85,556 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 80,840 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 80,840 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 9 Apr 2010 77,925 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2009 76,036 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 75,876 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 74,694 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2007 74,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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H872 MDW is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 H872 MDW, 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 H872 MDW registered?

H872 MDW is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 21 September 1990.

Is H872 MDW safe to buy?

The MOT history for H872 MDW shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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