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M401 UKM

1995 Peugeot 205

Grey Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

85,363 mi
Last recorded85,363 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2009
Typical for 1995 Peugeot 20592,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM401 UKM
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1995
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 14 Dec 2009 85,363 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 75,964 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside front brake pad sensor wire broken

power steering pump and pipes slightly damp

Fail 21 Nov 2008 75,834 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

nearside front brake pad sensor wire broken

power steering pump and pipes slightly damp

Pass 23 Nov 2007 65,233 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

both rear flexible brake hoses perishing

nearside front outer constant velocity joint gaiter perishing

slight corrosion to both rear metal brake pipes

Pass 25 May 2006 48,466 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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M401 UKM is a 1995 Peugeot 205 in Grey with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 M401 UKM, 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 M401 UKM registered?

M401 UKM is a 1995 Peugeot 205, first registered on 31 December 1995.

Is M401 UKM safe to buy?

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