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P161 TUA

1997 Peugeot 806

Red Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

154,419 mi
Last recorded154,419 miles
Recorded on16 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 806125,265 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP161 TUA
MakePeugeot
Model806
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2012 154,419 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 147,595 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 127,583 miles

Centre Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 141,774 miles

Oil leak

incorrect size tyre fitted to spare wheel

Fail 12 Feb 2008 141,774 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

Oil leak

incorrect size tyre fitted to spare wheel

Pass 15 Jan 2007 128,172 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Fail 3 Jan 2007 128,172 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Rear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jan 2006 116,684 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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P161 TUA is a 1997 Peugeot 806 in Red with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P161 TUA, 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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What year was P161 TUA registered?

P161 TUA is a 1997 Peugeot 806, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is P161 TUA safe to buy?

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