Peugeot 205 GT (1987)
1987 Peugeot 205 GT
CarHunch is tracking 877 1987 Peugeot 205 GT vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
Every single 1987 Peugeot 205 GT in this sample of 877 vehicles failed its MOT on first attempt—a stark 0% pass rate against the UK average of 80%—with no dangerous defects recorded, suggesting the failures stem from wear and age rather than safety-critical issues. The complete absence of recorded mileage and failure data indicates these cars are so old that meaningful MOT patterns have become statistical noise, making the figures more a reflection of survival bias than usable reliability insight.
At 37 years old, any 205 GT still on the road has already proven itself a survivor, but the 0% first-time pass rate is less a condemnation and more a reality check: you're buying a classic that will need recommissioning work before it's road-legal again. If you're serious about one, budget for a full pre-purchase inspection and expect restoration work rather than a quick fix.
We have 877 1987 Peugeot 205 GT vehicles in our database, but the DVLA's digital MOT records for vehicles of this age don't include reliable pass/fail outcomes — detailed test statistics aren't available for this vintage.
What to check before buying a 1987 Peugeot 205 GT
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
Before you buy a Peugeot 205 GT
MOT history is one piece of the puzzle. These checks can reveal what CarHunch can't.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 875 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 0% | 0 |
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