PEUGEOT 205 MOT pass rate
74.2% of 8,363 PEUGEOT 205 MOT tests pass.
The 205's pass rate of 74.2% is in line with the average across all PEUGEOT models, at 74.1%.
The PEUGEOT 205 passes 74.2% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | too few tests (1) | 1 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | too few tests (2) | 2 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (2) | 2 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 74.2% | 8,357 | 108,107 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the PEUGEOT 205
The most common reason the PEUGEOT 205 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 82.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 82.9% | Not working |
| Brakes | 68.5% | Efficiency below requirements |
| Suspension | 37.1% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Visibility | 27.3% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 26.4% | Constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 19.1% | Emissions carbon monoxide content excessive |
| Tyres | 9.0% | Has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure |
| Steering | 8.3% | Gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 5.8% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Identification of the vehicle | 1.5% | Does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related PEUGEOT models
- PEUGEOT 208 — 78.5% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 3008 — 78.9% pass rate
- PEUGEOT PARTNER — 73.0% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 207 — 60.4% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 308 — 71.5% pass rate
- PEUGEOT 2008 — 81.5% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the PEUGEOT 205?
- 74.2% of PEUGEOT 205 MOT tests pass, based on 8,363 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the PEUGEOT 205?
- The most common reason the PEUGEOT 205 fails its MOT is lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment — present in 82.9% of failed tests, most often logged as "Not working".
- Does this show the PEUGEOT 205's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the PEUGEOT service history guide for how to check and keep one.