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Peugeot 205

Blue · Petrol · 1992 · 1,905 cc

205 XSMOT history

205 XS is a blue petrol Peugeot 205 first used on 17 Aug 1992. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 102,900 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
102,900 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
834 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
205 XS
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Peugeot
Model
205
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,905 cc
Year of manufacture
1992
First used
17 Aug 1992
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

205 XS was last recorded at 102,900 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 127 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Mar 2010: 101,700 miles, lower than 102,005 miles on 30 Mar 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
102,773 miles · 22 Jun 2023
Between the last two tests
127 miles
Average per year
834 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,900 miles
  • 2023 – 102,773 miles
  • 2021 – 102,668 miles
  • 2020 – 102,391 miles
  • 2011 – 102,240 miles
  • 2010 – 101,700 miles
  • 2009 – 102,005 miles
  • 2008 – 98,909 miles
  • 2006 – 86,225 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,900 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear tyres close to wear bars

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

13 tests since 3 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,900 miles (+127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    102,900 miles
    Test number
    539650927518
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass102,773 miles (+105)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    102,773 miles
    Test number
    872587446953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass102,668 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,668 miles
    Test number
    466754688079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,391 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    102,391 miles
    Test number
    298836927424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to wear bars

  5. Fail102,391 miles (+151)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,391 miles
    Test number
    960206151888
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres close to wear bars

  6. Pass102,240 miles12 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    102,240 miles
    Test number
    359720771072
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth windscreen wipers slighly smearing
    • NoteNearside parking brake cable slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  7. Fail102,240 miles (+540)2 repaired12 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,240 miles
    Test number
    697630671072
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth windscreen wipers slighly smearing
    • NoteNearside parking brake cable slightly deteriorated
    • NoteNearside rear brake slightly binding

  8. Pass101,700 miles (-305)12 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    101,700 miles
    Test number
    593399670092
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEmssions just met
    • NoteNon standard engine fitted to veheicle

  9. Pass102,005 miles (+3,096)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    102,005 miles
    Test number
    303569189022
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteImbalance rear brakes may soon require attention

  10. Pass98,909 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    98,909 miles
    Test number
    650527548042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail98,908 miles (+12,683)1 dangerous9 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,908 miles
    Test number
    113067038487
    • DangerousRear window not secure
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  12. Pass86,225 miles (+36)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    86,225 miles
    Test number
    740669616292
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail86,189 miles2 dangerous3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,189 miles
    Test number
    312955616437
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEXHAUST HITS BODY IN PLACES AT FRONT

Questions about 205 XS

What vehicle is registration 205 XS currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 205 XS on a blue petrol Peugeot 205 first used on 17 Aug 1992. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 205 XS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 205 XS is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on 205 XS?
The MOT on 205 XS is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 205 XS done?
205 XS was recorded at 102,900 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 834 miles a year.
Has 205 XS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 205 XS has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on 205 XS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on 205 XS find?
205 XS passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; rear service brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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