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P512 BCW

1997 Peugeot 405

Green Diesel 1905cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

197,013 mi
Last recorded197,013 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2016
Typical for 1997 Peugeot 405123,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP512 BCW
MakePeugeot
Model405
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,905cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2016 197,013 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 192,186 miles

2-front tyres worn on inside edge

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

excessive hand brake travel

nearside rear tyre cracking on sidewall

spare tyre flat

Pass 20 Feb 2014 184,619 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 176,306 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 7 Feb 2013 176,306 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 168,352 miles

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)

brake compensator valve return spring damaged

Pass 16 Feb 2011 161,386 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 151,193 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 139,273 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 125,754 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 114,179 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 99,761 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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P512 BCW is a 1997 Peugeot 405 in Green with a 1,905cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 P512 BCW, 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.

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What year was P512 BCW registered?

P512 BCW is a 1997 Peugeot 405, first registered on 28 May 1997.

Is P512 BCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P512 BCW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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