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H953 VGP

1990 Peugeot 205

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,491 mi
Last recorded94,491 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2008
Typical for 1990 Peugeot 205101,760 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH953 VGP
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1990
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2008 94,491 miles

f/n/s indicator cover missing

n/s inner cvj gaitor split

o/s handbrake cable showing signs of wear

r/o/s brake pipe to hose corroding

slight oil leak from gearbox

Fail 27 Nov 2008 94,491 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Non obligatory mirror damaged

both front tyres close to limit 2mm

f/n/s indicator cover missing

n/s inner cvj gaitor split

o/s handbrake cable showing signs of wear

r/o/s brake pipe to hose corroding

slight oil leak from gearbox

Pass 8 Dec 2007 81,287 miles

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s handbrake showing signs of wear

Fail 8 Dec 2007 81,287 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

o/s handbrake showing signs of wear

Pass 30 Oct 2006 77,436 miles

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

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

both front to rear brake pipes becoming rusty

Pass 8 Nov 2005 68,937 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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H953 VGP is a 1990 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 H953 VGP, 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 H953 VGP registered?

H953 VGP is a 1990 Peugeot 205, first registered on 21 November 1990.

Is H953 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H953 VGP shows 6 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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