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ELZ 3283

1998 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 2088cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2013
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

145,074 mi
Last recorded145,074 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2012
Typical for 1998 Peugeot 406116,325 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationELZ 3283
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,088cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2012 145,074 miles

n/s/f tyre getting low on outer edge.

Fail 12 Jul 2012 145,074 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre getting low on outer edge.

Pass 15 Jul 2011 140,305 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 140,305 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jul 2010 135,588 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jul 2009 130,518 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 130,518 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2008 124,114 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2007 117,626 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jul 2006 111,373 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jul 2005 101,086 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

tow bar bracket sligthly obstructing rear number plate

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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ELZ 3283 is a 1998 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 2,088cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1998 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.4% with a typical mileage of 116,325 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 ELZ 3283, 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 28 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 ELZ 3283 registered?

ELZ 3283 is a 1998 Peugeot 406, first registered on 12 June 1998.

Is ELZ 3283 safe to buy?

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