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FM52 WHC

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

182,997 mi
Last recorded182,997 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM52 WHC
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 182,997 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 182,995 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 161,041 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 146,868 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2013 134,734 miles

Nearside 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)

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

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)

Pass 21 Jan 2013 134,734 miles

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

Pass 23 Jan 2012 121,176 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 108,965 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 97,884 miles

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

slight play on n/s/r suspension top bush

Fail 23 Dec 2009 97,884 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

slight play on n/s/r suspension top bush

Pass 22 Dec 2008 22,933 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2007 77,577 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 68,850 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 56,882 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 WHC is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FM52 WHC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM52 WHC registered?

FM52 WHC is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 6 February 2003.

Is FM52 WHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM52 WHC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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