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CX52 PLZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

267,127 mi
Last recorded267,127 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2011
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 PLZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2011 267,127 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 267,119 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Air bag light on. covers loose under engine, Engine water boiling.

Pass 18 Jan 2010 257,455 miles

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2009 249,811 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 243,840 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2006 235,927 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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CX52 PLZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 CX52 PLZ, 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.

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What year was CX52 PLZ registered?

CX52 PLZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 3 February 2003.

Is CX52 PLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 PLZ shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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