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L491 GRO

1993 Peugeot 205

Silver Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,338 mi
Last recorded94,338 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2016
Typical for 1993 Peugeot 20598,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL491 GRO
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2016 94,338 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 91,773 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2015 91,773 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 10 Apr 2014 90,202 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 88,124 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 86,011 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 86,011 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 83,511 miles

ALL tyres perished (NO CORDS EXPOSED)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2010 80,675 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 78,317 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 76,667 miles

poor headlamp beam pattern due to condensation

Pass 16 Apr 2007 74,961 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2006 73,211 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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L491 GRO is a 1993 Peugeot 205 in Silver with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L491 GRO, 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 L491 GRO registered?

L491 GRO is a 1993 Peugeot 205, first registered on 30 September 1993.

Is L491 GRO safe to buy?

The MOT history for L491 GRO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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