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H896 SVG

1990 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

2,556 mi
Last recorded2,556 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH896 SVG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 2,556 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2024
Pass 11 Jun 2022
Pass 16 Dec 2019 177,592 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 177,590 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 May 2018 176,314 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Outer sill damaged

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear unevenly

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

no rear seats or belts fitted

Fail 5 May 2018 176,314 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front tyre worn on outer edge

Nearside Outer sill damaged

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear tyre starting to wear unevenly

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

no rear seats or belts fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2017 175,857 miles

engine leaking oil

Pass 25 Feb 2016 174,997 miles

no rear sear or seat belts fitted at time of test

seat harnesses fitted

sport exhaust fitted

Fail 21 Oct 2014 174,437 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 174,437 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 172,762 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 170,634 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2011 170,634 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Dec 2009 165,797 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 159,632 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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H896 SVG is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 H896 SVG, 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 H896 SVG registered?

H896 SVG is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 29 November 1990.

Is H896 SVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for H896 SVG shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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