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K398 HVC

1993 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

101,529 mi
Last recorded101,529 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2023
Typical for 1993 Peugeot 20598,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK398 HVC
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2023 101,529 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill door area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 99,122 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2022 99,106 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nsf and osf (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 93,836 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2019 93,836 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 92,794 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2017 91,790 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 90,434 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 88,843 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 87,104 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 85,543 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 83,515 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 81,182 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 79,719 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 May 2009 77,547 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 76,006 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 74,305 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 73,129 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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K398 HVC is a 1993 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 K398 HVC, 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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K398 HVC is a 1993 Peugeot 205, first registered on 24 March 1993.

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