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HD52 BGV

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 May 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

150,282 mi
Last recorded150,282 miles
Recorded on13 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD52 BGV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 13 May 2022 150,282 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre cracking/perishing

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 13 May 2022 150,282 miles

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre cracking/perishing

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 11 May 2022 150,207 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front tyre cracking/perishing

Nearside low effort parking brake

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 May 2021 142,010 miles

n/s and o/s rear top rose bushes slight play

o/s front cv bot poor condition

oil leak

rear brake discs poor condition

Pass 18 Feb 2020 137,403 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 132,811 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 21 Feb 2018 127,205 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 122,047 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 117,100 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2015 111,879 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 106,103 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 102,416 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2011 98,556 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 95,376 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 95,376 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 91,660 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Fail 29 Oct 2009 91,657 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 19 Nov 2008 88,445 miles

front and brake discs pitted

rear o/s door unable to open

Pass 16 Nov 2007 84,179 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2006 789,777 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2006 78,952 miles

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

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 23 Jan 2006 71,320 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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HD52 BGV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 HD52 BGV, 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 HD52 BGV registered?

HD52 BGV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 8 January 2003.

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The MOT history for HD52 BGV shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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