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AD52 XAZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

177,739 mi
Last recorded177,739 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD52 XAZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2016 177,739 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2015 168,045 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 22 Jan 2014 156,566 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 156,566 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 140,229 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2012 124,831 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2012 124,831 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Jan 2011 108,679 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2010 92,247 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 85,134 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 68,691 miles

1/ Fuel flap clip broken 2/ Both front wipers have small splits but clear screen ok at this time for mot

Pass 22 Jan 2007 49,945 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 49,945 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

(1) Front brakes on max imbalance 25%

Pass 26 Jan 2006 35,524 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

unable to see inner brake pads

Fail 20 Jan 2006 35,384 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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AD52 XAZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 103,810 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 AD52 XAZ, 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 23 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD52 XAZ registered?

AD52 XAZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is AD52 XAZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD52 XAZ shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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