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AK51 PSU

2001 Peugeot 406

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

463,510 mi
Last recorded463,510 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 406108,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 PSU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 463,510 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 452,489 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 441,933 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2012 441,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 43,079 miles

Slight play in nearside rear tie-bar bush.

Pass 10 Aug 2010 423,668 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2010 423,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Aug 2009 414,503 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 414,502 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 404,525 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 404,520 miles

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2007 395,765 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 52,562 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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AK51 PSU is a 2001 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 PSU, 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 PSU registered?

AK51 PSU is a 2001 Peugeot 406, first registered on 7 September 2001.

Is AK51 PSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 PSU shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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