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P973 SPU

1996 Peugeot 806

Green Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2011
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

198,238 mi
Last recorded198,238 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2011
Typical for 1996 Peugeot 806129,811 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP973 SPU
MakePeugeot
Model806
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2011 198,238 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

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

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 6 Dec 2011 198,138 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Oil leak

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

Tow bar corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2010 195,702 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2009 186,942 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 15 Dec 2008 165,340 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 Dec 2007 149,854 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 135,865 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 118,337 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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P973 SPU is a 1996 Peugeot 806 in Green with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Peugeot 806 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.6% with a typical mileage of 129,811 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 P973 SPU, 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 30 years old, this Peugeot 806 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P973 SPU is a 1996 Peugeot 806, first registered on 14 August 1996.

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