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K37 XOL

1993 Peugeot 205

Green Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

75,412 mi
Last recorded75,412 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2008
Typical for 1993 Peugeot 20598,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK37 XOL
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1993
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2008 75,412 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise both antiroll bar mounting bushes wrn slightly

advise corrosion forming on offside inner flitch panel not holed at present

advise front brake pad warning wires broken

advise rear axle support mounting deteriorating

Fail 1 Apr 2008 75,396 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

advise corrosion forming on offside flitch panel, not holed at present

advise diesel pipes corroded but secure and not leaking at present

advise front brake pad warning wires not connected

advise one of two offside rear side lamp bulbs not working

advise rear axle rear support mounting deteriorating

Pass 14 Mar 2007 71,734 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 69,016 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 68,946 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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K37 XOL is a 1993 Peugeot 205 in Green 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 K37 XOL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was K37 XOL registered?

K37 XOL is a 1993 Peugeot 205, first registered on 29 January 1993.

Is K37 XOL safe to buy?

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