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DN52 HPE

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2015
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

230,933 mi
Last recorded230,933 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN52 HPE
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2014 230,933 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 213,709 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 198,907 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 180,699 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2012 180,678 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2012 162,891 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 145,928 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 127,865 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 112,687 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 97,164 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 83,048 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 82,959 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 142,685 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 124,726 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 91,429 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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DN52 HPE is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 DN52 HPE, 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 DN52 HPE registered?

DN52 HPE is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 January 2003.

Is DN52 HPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN52 HPE shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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