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HY52 TXS

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2011
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

177,471 mi
Last recorded177,471 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2010
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY52 TXS
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2010 177,471 miles

offside rear tyre close to minimum limit

rear exhaust in poor condition

Fail 6 Apr 2010 177,471 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside rear tyre close to minimum limit

rear exhaust in poor condition

Pass 12 May 2009 150,713 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 13 May 2008 121,433 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 91,354 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 91,354 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Nov 2006 82,924 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 69,517 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2006 69,517 miles

Nearside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Fail 12 Dec 2005 68,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise nearside road wheels damage present

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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HY52 TXS is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HY52 TXS, 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

How do I check the history of HY52 TXS?

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What year was HY52 TXS registered?

HY52 TXS is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 8 January 2003.

Is HY52 TXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY52 TXS shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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