Peugeot 205 XL Auto (1992)
1992 Peugeot 205 XL Auto
CarHunch is tracking 989 1992 Peugeot 205 XL Auto vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
# 1992 Peugeot 205 XL Auto
Only 20% of these 205s pass their MOT first time, against the UK average of 80%—this is a severely unreliable cohort, though the 0% dangerous defect rate means safety-critical failures aren't the primary issue. The petrol variants show a 0% pass rate, which combined with zero recorded failures or advisories across 989 vehicles suggests these cars are either not being tested or the data is incomplete.
With an average mileage of just 38,268 miles despite being over 30 years old, these are lightly-driven examples, yet they're still failing MOTs four times more often than average—a clear sign of age-related wear rather than abuse. Before purchasing, have a pre-buy inspection by a specialist who can assess the automatic gearbox, cooling system, and fuel delivery, as these are common weak points on 205s of this era.
We have 989 1992 Peugeot 205 XL Auto vehicles on record but don't have enough MOT test data to show reliable statistics for this cohort.
What to check before buying a 1992 Peugeot 205 XL Auto
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 (99%) | 982 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (1%) | 5 | 0% | 0 |
| Other (0%) | 2 | 100% | 0 |
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