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K174 XRN

1993 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

153,781 mi
Last recorded153,781 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2007
Typical for 1993 Peugeot 20598,489 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK174 XRN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2007 153,781 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 150,387 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 150,387 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2005 138,558 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2005 138,558 miles

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

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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K174 XRN is a 1993 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.6% with a typical mileage of 98,489 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K174 XRN, 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 33 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K174 XRN registered?

K174 XRN is a 1993 Peugeot 205, first registered on 16 June 1993.

Is K174 XRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for K174 XRN shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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