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M261 CFG

1995 Peugeot 205

Green Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,345 mi
Last recorded29,345 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 1995 Peugeot 20592,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM261 CFG
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2019 29,345 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 27,672 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 24,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 18 Jul 2017 24,906 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Power steering component(s) leaking from a failed joint rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 23,161 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 23,159 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 22,959 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 4 Nov 2014 22,959 miles

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

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 26 Nov 2013 19,337 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2012 19,132 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 18,608 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 18,072 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 17,500 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2009 17,489 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)

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

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 16 Dec 2008 16,554 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 15,846 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2006 14,874 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 13,840 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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M261 CFG is a 1995 Peugeot 205 in Green with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 M261 CFG, 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.

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What year was M261 CFG registered?

M261 CFG is a 1995 Peugeot 205, first registered on 26 January 1995.

Is M261 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M261 CFG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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