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ECZ 4088

1997 Peugeot 406

Grey Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2012
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,299 mi
Last recorded79,299 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 406122,232 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationECZ 4088
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2011 79,299 miles

air bag warning light on

Pass 28 Sep 2010 75,849 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Nov 2009 73,004 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 66,822 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 57,876 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 50,013 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2006 50,013 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 45,564 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2005 45,564 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

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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ECZ 4088 is a 1997 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 122,232 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 ECZ 4088, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot 406 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ECZ 4088?

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What year was ECZ 4088 registered?

ECZ 4088 is a 1997 Peugeot 406, first registered on 8 November 1997.

Is ECZ 4088 safe to buy?

The MOT history for ECZ 4088 shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does ECZ 4088 have outstanding finance?

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