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L737 SGN

1993 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,228 mi
Last recorded45,228 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1993 Peugeot 20598,489 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL737 SGN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1993
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 45,228 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 28 May 2026 45,163 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 44,706 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear upper pipes show corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2023 44,490 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 44,017 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 43,499 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 43,137 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2020 43,137 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 42,254 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 41,072 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 40,092 miles

Front tyres wearing low

Rear service brake efficiency low. Advise further investigation to be carried out

Fail 11 Apr 2017 40,091 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high Headlamp loose (1.8)

Front tyres wearing low

Rear service brake efficiency low. Advise further investigation to be carried out

Pass 7 Apr 2016 39,289 miles

Rear service brake efficiency low. Advise further investigation to be carried out.

Pass 17 Mar 2015 38,002 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 37,173 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 36,835 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 35,944 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 35,076 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 34,259 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2009 33,219 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 29,226 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 27,962 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2007 27,925 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 26,238 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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L737 SGN is a 1993 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 L737 SGN, 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 L737 SGN registered?

L737 SGN is a 1993 Peugeot 205, first registered on 17 August 1993.

Is L737 SGN safe to buy?

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