Peugeot 205 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Peugeot 205. Check any 205 by registration number below.

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79.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-4.8%

vs Peugeot Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Peugeot 205 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Peugeot 205 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.7%, which is 4.8 percentage points below the Peugeot brand average of 84.5%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your 205 on the road.

The most common reasons a Peugeot 205 fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, a flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched, lamp not securely attached. If you are preparing your 205 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Peugeot 205, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Peugeot 205 performs at MOT across different model years.

2008

Based on 253 vehicles

85.8%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

217k mi

Mileage at 5yr

210k mi

2007

Based on 133 vehicles

83.5%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

179k mi

Mileage at 5yr

180k mi

2006

Based on 87 vehicles

88.5%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 3yr

201k mi

Mileage at 5yr

130k mi

2003

Based on 65 vehicles

89.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

2002

Based on 359 vehicles

87.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

203k mi

2001

Based on 642 vehicles

84.7%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

183k mi

2000

Based on 745 vehicles

82.8%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

189k mi

1999

Based on 3,263 vehicles

84.4%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

193k mi

1998

Based on 2,683 vehicles

84.9%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 10yr

204k mi

1997

Based on 3,026 vehicles

85.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

1996

Based on 2,442 vehicles

84.3%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.4%

Retest Rate

23.1%

1995

Based on 561 vehicles

65.6%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.2%

Retest Rate

27.3%

1994

Based on 621 vehicles

65.1%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

4.0%

Retest Rate

26.6%

1993

Based on 1,094 vehicles

70.8%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.7%

Retest Rate

21.8%

1992

Based on 1,474 vehicles

70.6%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.9%

Retest Rate

22.5%

1991

Based on 1,939 vehicles

75.0%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

19.8%

1990

Based on 2,284 vehicles

77.2%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.9%

Retest Rate

17.5%

1989

Based on 1,719 vehicles

76.2%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.6%

Retest Rate

18.4%

1988

Based on 1,093 vehicles

75.6%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

16.0%

1987

Based on 514 vehicles

74.3%Average

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

2.0%

Retest Rate

23.3%

1986

Based on 257 vehicles

79.8%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.1%

Retest Rate

14.9%

1985

Based on 92 vehicles

81.5%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

1.5%

Retest Rate

9.0%

1984

Based on 54 vehicles

85.2%Excellent

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Dangerous Defects

3.2%

Retest Rate

9.7%

0

Based on 4,496 vehicles

75.7%Good

Peugeot average: 84.5%

Mileage at 5yr

107k mi

Top MOT Failures — Peugeot 205

The most common reasons a Peugeot 205 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

5.9%

A flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched

5.1%

Lamp not securely attached

3.8%

Wiper blade missing or obviously not clearing the windscreen

3.2%

Significant brake effort recorded with no brake applied indicating a binding brake

3.1%

Peugeot 205 Common Faults & Repair Costs

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Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

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MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

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See detailed fault analysis for Peugeot 205

Peugeot 205 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Peugeot 205 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 205?

The average MOT pass rate for the Peugeot 205 is 79.7% compared to the Peugeot average of 84.5%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Peugeot 205?

The most common MOT failures on the Peugeot 205 are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (5.9%), A flexible brake hose excessively damaged, deteriorated, chafed, twisted or stretched (5.1%), Lamp not securely attached (3.8%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Peugeot 205 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.7%, the Peugeot 205 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Peugeot 205?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Peugeot 205?

Typical mileage for the Peugeot 205: 217,100 miles at 3 years, 209,838 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used 205 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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