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FM52 AWP

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2015
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

327,107 mi
Last recorded327,107 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 AWP
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2014 327,107 miles

Airbag light off at time of test

Both front suspension top mounts siezed

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

Centre stop lamp obviously inoperative

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

Indicator stalk loose but still operates

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 302,556 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

discs worn

indicator stalk loose but still operates correctly

Pass 19 Dec 2012 284,379 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2012 284,310 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2012 263,535 miles

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

front number plate cracked

o/s/f brake pad sensor wires cut

o/s/r wheel rim damaged

Fail 14 Jun 2012 263,463 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front bumper insecure

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

front number plate cracked

o/s/f brake pad sensor wires cut

o/s/r inner wheel arch insecure

o/s/r wheel rim damaged

Pass 9 Dec 2011 241,269 miles

Oil leak

front discs worn

front pad wear sensor wires cut

Fail 8 Dec 2011 241,200 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Oil leak

front discs worn

front pad wear sensor wires cut

n/s/f inner wheel arch loose

o/s/r inner wheel arch loose

Pass 22 Jun 2011 221,209 miles

both front pad ware wires broke

plastic trim fitted to wheel arches unable to fully inspect

Fail 15 Jun 2011 221,035 miles

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

both front pad ware indicator wires broke

Fail 14 Jun 2011 220,989 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

both front pad ware indicator wires broke

Pass 14 Jun 2010 177,752 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

air cooler signs of oil leak

signs of weep on fuel tank presenter said it has been repaired at garage

wheel trim missing

Pass 24 Jun 2009 139,605 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front bumper insecure

Pass 7 Jan 2009 133,989 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2008 122,128 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 111,594 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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FM52 AWP is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 FM52 AWP, 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 FM52 AWP registered?

FM52 AWP is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 7 January 2003.

Is FM52 AWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 AWP shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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