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GCZ 1487

2000 Peugeot 406

Red Petrol 1761cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2018
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

109,949 mi
Last recorded109,949 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2000 Peugeot 406114,296 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGCZ 1487
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,761cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 109,949 miles

nearside rear outer side bulb innactive

Fail 31 Jul 2017 109,948 miles

Offside Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

nearside rear outer side bulb innactive

Pass 2 Aug 2016 108,182 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 26% (3.7.B.5b)

Front discs corroded

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Aug 2015 105,830 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 105,828 miles

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

nearside rear outer sidebulb innactive

Fail 25 Jul 2014 103,133 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 25 Jul 2014 103,133 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 100,635 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 31 Jul 2013 100,729 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 947,324 miles

front discs corroded

front flexy pipes corrision on steel pipes

front shockers misting of oil

Pass 2 Aug 2011 90,641 miles

both front shock absorbers have a slight leak

metal sections into calipers of both front flexi hoses slightly corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2010 86,097 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 5 Aug 2010 86,097 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 80,503 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2009 80,500 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake fluid warning lamp on

Pass 9 Aug 2008 70,981 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 58,793 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 58,793 miles

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

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

both front shock absorbers damp

Fail 1 Aug 2006 53,744 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 53,744 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2005 49,212 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2005 49,211 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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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GCZ 1487 is a 2000 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,761cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

Across all 2000 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 114,296 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 GCZ 1487, 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 26 years old, this Peugeot 406 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GCZ 1487 registered?

GCZ 1487 is a 2000 Peugeot 406, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is GCZ 1487 safe to buy?

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