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M23 WKW

1995 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

101,270 mi
Last recorded101,270 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2018
Typical for 1995 Peugeot 20592,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM23 WKW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2018 101,270 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 101,269 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc contaminated Surface rusting (1.1.14 (b))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Fuel pipe leaking excessively or a risk of fire Central fuel lines corroded and leaking (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2013 100,109 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2013 100,109 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2012 87,890 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 92,231 miles

discs

Pass 24 May 2010 87,499 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 85,751 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 84,329 miles

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

Fail 2 Jun 2007 82,523 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2007 82,523 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2006 81,327 miles

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

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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M23 WKW is a 1995 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1995 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.7% with a typical mileage of 92,624 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 M23 WKW, 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 31 years old, this Peugeot 205 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M23 WKW registered?

M23 WKW is a 1995 Peugeot 205, first registered on 18 May 1995.

Is M23 WKW safe to buy?

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