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NIW 3293

1997 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1580cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

123,451 mi
Last recorded123,451 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2012
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 205122,627 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNIW 3293
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,580cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2012 123,451 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2012 123,439 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 123,122 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2008 121,196 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 132,237 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 54,041 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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NIW 3293 is a 1997 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,580cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 122,627 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 NIW 3293, 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 29 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 NIW 3293 registered?

NIW 3293 is a 1997 Peugeot 205, first registered on 24 March 1997.

Is NIW 3293 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NIW 3293 shows 6 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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