1989 Peugeot 205 1.8L Diesel · G973 FNH

The Peugeot 205 passed its most recent MOT on 5 September 2025 at 201,612 miles with no defects recorded, leaving it roadworthy as of that test. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the records show a recurring pattern of initial failures followed by quick passes. The vehicle failed on 26 August 2025 at 201,599 miles and again on 16 August 2024 at 199,515 miles, yet both retests passed within days with no defects listed. This suggests administrative or presentation issues at the first attempt rather than unresolved mechanical faults. At roughly 37 years old the car shows 201,612 miles, equating to about 5,449 miles per year, which is low for a 1989 vehicle. The MOT data confirms light recent use: only 2,076 miles accrued between the August 2023 pass at 197,662 miles and the September 2025 pass. No large gaps exist in the supplied history, and every annual test from 2023 to 2025 is present. The clean defect records across all entries indicate the previous keeper maintained basic test compliance, though the twin fail-pass cycles hint at lax pre-test preparation. A buyer should still inspect structural corrosion on sills, floorpan, and suspension mounting points, as a 1989 hatchback of this age commonly suffers hidden rust despite clean MOT advisories. The tester recorded no brake, suspension bush, or exhaust emission concerns, but standing time implied by low mileage can seize calipers or degrade flexible brake hoses. Verify the actual condition of tyres, wheel cylinders, and the timing belt, since none were flagged yet consumable age remains a risk on a vehicle this old.