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N28 XHN

1995 Peugeot 205

Blue Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2022
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

40,147 mi
Last recorded40,147 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2021
Typical for 1995 Peugeot 20592,624 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN28 XHN
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1995
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2021 40,147 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing panel corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing panel corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2021 40,147 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing panel corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner wing panel corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2020 38,801 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 38,529 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2019 38,529 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2018 38,260 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 37,901 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2017 37,901 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 37,091 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 37,091 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 6 Jan 2015 36,327 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 36,327 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 35,586 miles

Spare tyre defective

Fail 6 Jan 2014 35,576 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Pass 7 Jan 2013 34,864 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

o/s and n/s door skins damaged

o/s/f wing corroded

radiator leaking

Pass 3 Jan 2012 33,661 miles

offside front tyre uneven wear

rusting to offside mainthrough brake pipe

Pass 20 Dec 2010 32,872 miles

nearside bonnet hinge lose

rust in rear exhaust

rust on offside mainthrough brake pipe

Pass 9 Dec 2009 32,153 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rust & damage o/s/f wing

Pass 27 Nov 2008 31,460 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Dec 2007 30,799 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2007 30,799 miles

Nearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2006 29,876 miles

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

Offside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Dec 2005 28,318 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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N28 XHN is a 1995 Peugeot 205 in Blue with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 N28 XHN, 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 N28 XHN registered?

N28 XHN is a 1995 Peugeot 205, first registered on 25 October 1995.

Is N28 XHN safe to buy?

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