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M268 TAW

1995 Peugeot 205

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

128,480 mi
Last recorded128,480 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2014
Typical for 1995 Peugeot 20592,624 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM268 TAW
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2014 128,480 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2013 122,287 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 118,701 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 115,855 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 112,386 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 108,523 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 104,897 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 101,008 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 97,310 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 92,095 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2005 92,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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M268 TAW is a 1995 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 M268 TAW, 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 M268 TAW registered?

M268 TAW is a 1995 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 January 1995.

Is M268 TAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M268 TAW shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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