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AJ51 YJE

2001 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

78,997 mi
Last recorded78,997 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 406108,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 YJE
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 78,997 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Jan 2025 78,907 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2025 78,907 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2024 78,736 miles

all four tyres over 10 years old

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2024 78,736 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

all four tyres over 10 years old

Pass 20 Jan 2023 78,319 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2022 78,121 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2021 77,716 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 77,438 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 75,512 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 72,856 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 74,510 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 73,897 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 73,897 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 73,356 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 72,710 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2013 71,908 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 70,807 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2010 68,438 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 63,020 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 49,328 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 40,033 miles

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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AJ51 YJE is a 2001 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 108,789 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 AJ51 YJE, 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 25 years old, this Peugeot 406 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AJ51 YJE registered?

AJ51 YJE is a 2001 Peugeot 406, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is AJ51 YJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJ51 YJE shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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