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SIL 5197

1988 Peugeot 205

Red Petrol 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2013
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,904 mi
Last recorded88,904 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1988 Peugeot 205105,469 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSIL 5197
MakePeugeot
Model205
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Fail 14 Jun 2012 88,904 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 14 Jun 2012 88,904 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 116,500 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 107,989 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 100,715 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SIL 5197 is a 1988 Peugeot 205 in Red with a 1,905cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1988 Peugeot 205 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 105,469 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 SIL 5197, 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 38 years old, this Peugeot 205 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SIL 5197 registered?

SIL 5197 is a 1988 Peugeot 205, first registered on 26 April 1988.

Is SIL 5197 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SIL 5197 shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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