Peugeot 205 Xe (1991)
1991 Peugeot 205 Xe
CarHunch is tracking 3,029 1991 Peugeot 205 Xe vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1991 Peugeot 205 XE is essentially past its practical life on the road—only 10% pass their MOT first time, against the UK average of 80%, and the petrol versions (which make up virtually all 3,029 cars analysed) show a 0% pass rate, meaning none currently meet roadworthiness standards. No dangerous defects are recorded in this cohort, which is the only silver lining, but with zero failures and zero advisories logged on average, these figures suggest most vehicles have simply been retired from regular use rather than actively maintained.
At an average mileage of 103,584 miles, these cars have clocked up typical high mileage for their age, but the data reflects a cohort in terminal decline—not a reliable buy prospect. If you're considering a 205 XE from this era, treat it as a restoration or hobby project rather than daily transport, and budget for a complete mechanical overhaul before it will pass an MOT.
We have 3,029 1991 Peugeot 205 Xe vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1991 Peugeot 205 Xe
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.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 3,018 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 9 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 94.4% | 0.5 |
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