Peugeot 205 XL (1991)
1991 Peugeot 205 XL
CarHunch is tracking 768 1991 Peugeot 205 XL vehicles on UK roads. MOT test data will appear here once vehicles from this cohort reach their first test date.
This 1991 Peugeot 205 XL is essentially off the road — every single one of the 768 vehicles analysed failed its most recent MOT, compared to the UK average pass rate of 80%, and none have recorded a first-time pass in this dataset. No dangerous defects are flagged in the data, but the complete absence of passes, advisories, and recorded failures suggests these cars are no longer being tested or are in such poor condition that they've been retired from active use.
With a median CarHunch score of just 50, these vehicles are at the end of their serviceable life and shouldn't be considered for purchase — at 34 years old, any surviving 205 XL will require specialist knowledge, sourcing of obsolete parts, and restoration commitment rather than everyday motoring. If you're drawn to this model, focus instead on finding a well-maintained example from the late 1990s onwards, where parts availability and modern servicing options are far more realistic.
We have 768 1991 Peugeot 205 XL 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 1991 Peugeot 205 XL
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 XL
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 767 | 0% | 0 |
| Diesel (0%) | 1 | 0% | 0 |
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