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P126 AUA

1997 Peugeot 806

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

154,391 mi
Last recorded154,391 miles
Recorded on29 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 806125,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 AUA
MakePeugeot
Model806
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2013 154,391 miles

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

tow bar electrics not fitted at time of test

Fail 28 May 2013 154,382 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Electrical wiring deteriorated and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

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

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

Oil leak

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 26 Apr 2012 152,763 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 152,762 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Jan 2011 223,257 miles

Brake valve corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

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

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

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

Oil leak

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

offside door mirror glass damaged but not seriously affecting rear view

Pass 12 Jan 2010 213,707 miles

Nearside Inner Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2009 213,057 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2008 205,305 miles

advies:slightly low effort on rear brakes

advise:engine diagnostic light on

advise:front discs corroded

advise:front tie bar bushes worn

advise:offside front flexible brake hose outer wall cracked

advise:rear brake compensator valve lever corroded and breaking off

advise:wiring harness in engine bay in poor condition

advise;engine has diesel knock

Fail 18 Jun 2008 205,305 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advies:slightly low effort on rear brakes

advise:engine diagnostic light on

advise:front discs corroded

advise:front tie bar bushes worn

advise:offside front flexible brake hose outer wall cracked

advise:rear brake compensator valve lever corroded and breaking off

advise:wiring harness in engine bay in poor condition

advise;engine has diesel knock

Pass 18 May 2007 179,434 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 167,845 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 806?

Based on 102,520 MOT tests across 10,003 vehicles.

66.1%
Pass Rate
7,511
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
10,003
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,933
position lamp(s) not working 3,994
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,955
Stop lamp not working 3,793
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 3,744
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P126 AUA is a 1997 Peugeot 806 in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 806 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 125,265 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 806 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,933 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P126 AUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 806 typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Peugeot 806 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P126 AUA is a 1997 Peugeot 806, first registered on 30 June 1997.

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