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L247 BDV

1993 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

85,858 mi
Last recorded85,858 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2016
Typical for 1993 Peugeot 20598,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL247 BDV
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2016 85,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 27 Jun 2016 85,858 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 84,238 miles

Both front and nearside rear tyres are perrished

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2014 82,509 miles

Both rear tyres are perished

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 21 Jul 2014 82,509 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Both rear tyres are perished

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 82,163 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 82,163 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 80,928 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 78,003 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 73,462 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 68,928 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 65,772 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 62,125 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 57,468 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 57,468 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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L247 BDV is a 1993 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 L247 BDV, 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 L247 BDV registered?

L247 BDV is a 1993 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 August 1993.

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