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FA53 JXH

2004 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2011
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

243,358 mi
Last recorded243,358 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2010
Typical for 2004 Peugeot 406103,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA53 JXH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2010 243,358 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2010 243,252 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 232,976 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 232,976 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 192,204 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 120,710 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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FA53 JXH is a 2004 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 103,000 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FA53 JXH, 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 22 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FA53 JXH?

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What year was FA53 JXH registered?

FA53 JXH is a 2004 Peugeot 406, first registered on 20 February 2004.

Is FA53 JXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA53 JXH shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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