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N996 NGF

1996 Peugeot 405

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

144,401 mi
Last recorded144,401 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2016
Typical for 1996 Peugeot 405140,712 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN996 NGF
MakePeugeot
Model405
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2016 144,401 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 144,392 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 10 Jan 2013 137,237 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 129,977 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 124,338 miles

both front brake discs corroded

slight bind from o/s/f brake

Pass 19 Jan 2010 117,831 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 110,609 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2009 110,609 miles

Indicator switch insecure (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Pass 17 Jan 2008 103,716 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 97,787 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2007 97,756 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Pass 19 Jan 2006 91,604 miles

oil leak

How Reliable is the Peugeot 405?

Based on 393,825 MOT tests across 81,151 vehicles.

64.0%
Pass Rate
5,679
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
81,151
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,967
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 24,545
constant velocity joint gaiter split 17,957
Brake pipe excessively corroded 15,456
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 14,166
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N996 NGF is a 1996 Peugeot 405 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Peugeot 405 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 140,712 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 405 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,967 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N996 NGF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 405 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Peugeot 405 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N996 NGF registered?

N996 NGF is a 1996 Peugeot 405, first registered on 22 May 1996.

Is N996 NGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for N996 NGF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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