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AK51 OXH

2001 Peugeot 406

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

65,270 mi
Last recorded65,270 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2021
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 406108,789 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 OXH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2021 65,270 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2020 64,813 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 63,895 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 63,895 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 62,834 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2017 61,612 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 6 Sep 2016 60,399 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 59,025 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2014 57,364 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 55,863 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 55,863 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 54,128 miles

Rear brakepads appear low?

Pass 12 Aug 2011 53,051 miles

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

ns drive shaft seal leaking

Pass 25 Aug 2010 51,463 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 49,967 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 45,574 miles

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

Fail 4 Sep 2008 45,574 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 40,848 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 34,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 27,258 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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AK51 OXH is a 2001 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 AK51 OXH, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK51 OXH registered?

AK51 OXH is a 2001 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 September 2001.

Is AK51 OXH safe to buy?

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