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ACZ 3531

1997 Peugeot 406

Green Diesel 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2009
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,731 mi
Last recorded86,731 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2008
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 406122,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationACZ 3531
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,088cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2008 86,731 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2008 86,731 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper support bearing is stiff in operation (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 406?

Based on 2,150,418 MOT tests across 237,401 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,570
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
237,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164,607
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96,011
position lamp(s) not working 72,635
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,239
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 65,126
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ACZ 3531 is a 1997 Peugeot 406 in Green with a 2,088cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 122,232 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 406 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164,607 recorded failures. If you're considering buying ACZ 3531, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 406 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot 406 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ACZ 3531?

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What year was ACZ 3531 registered?

ACZ 3531 is a 1997 Peugeot 406, first registered on 11 December 1997.

Is ACZ 3531 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ACZ 3531 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ACZ 3531 have outstanding finance?

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