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P454 NLU

1997 Peugeot 405

Red Petrol 1761cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

168,180 mi
Last recorded168,180 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2010
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 405123,013 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP454 NLU
MakePeugeot
Model405
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,761cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2010 168,180 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 168,180 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 153,281 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 138,663 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 120,125 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 102,945 miles

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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P454 NLU is a 1997 Peugeot 405 in Red with a 1,761cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 405 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 123,013 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 P454 NLU, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot 405 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P454 NLU?

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What year was P454 NLU registered?

P454 NLU is a 1997 Peugeot 405, first registered on 18 February 1997.

Is P454 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P454 NLU shows 6 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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