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FH52 AWJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,489 mi
Last recorded159,489 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 AWJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2014 159,489 miles

Offside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

engine oil leaks

Pass 5 Mar 2013 144,152 miles

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

low brake readings recorded to offside rear

Pass 22 Mar 2012 133,698 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2012 133,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 124,175 miles

all brake discs rusty and pitted

Pass 11 Mar 2010 111,228 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 97,805 miles

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

Fail 29 Jan 2009 97,767 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Jan 2008 79,946 miles

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

hand brake lever near end of travel

Pass 9 Jan 2007 59,859 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2007 58,859 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

front discs corroded and pads low

o/s/r tie bar has very slight play †

Pass 5 Jan 2006 37,321 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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FH52 AWJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FH52 AWJ, 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 FH52 AWJ registered?

FH52 AWJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 January 2003.

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