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AF02 BYW

2002 Peugeot 406

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2016
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

157,413 mi
Last recorded157,413 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 2002 Peugeot 406102,934 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF02 BYW
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2015 157,413 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2014 141,654 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 133,922 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 123,262 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Apr 2012 123,262 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 3 May 2011 112,285 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front and rear discs worn

Pass 11 May 2010 98,763 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 81,196 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 May 2009 81,196 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Jun 2008 71,965 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 59,673 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2007 59,673 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 50,853 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2006 50,281 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2005 41,380 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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AF02 BYW is a 2002 Peugeot 406 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2002 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.7% with a typical mileage of 102,934 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 AF02 BYW, 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 24 years old, this Peugeot 406 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AF02 BYW registered?

AF02 BYW is a 2002 Peugeot 406, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is AF02 BYW safe to buy?

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