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FA52 GXO

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

160,127 mi
Last recorded160,127 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA52 GXO
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 160,127 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 160,123 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Feb 2016 145,734 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2015 132,903 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 122,973 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 113,920 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 108,371 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2012 108,371 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2011 101,779 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 91,928 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 79,134 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2007 68,324 miles

o/s number plate bulb black.

o/s number plate lens missing.

Pass 30 Dec 2006 64,003 miles

slight play nearside front drop link

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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FA52 GXO is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FA52 GXO, 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 FA52 GXO registered?

FA52 GXO is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 27 February 2003.

Is FA52 GXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA52 GXO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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