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RX52 FGO

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2013
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

257,638 mi
Last recorded257,638 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX52 FGO
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2012 257,638 miles

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

front seats security?

windscreen damage but not obstruting view of the road

Fail 31 Jul 2012 257,638 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Lower Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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

front seats security?

windscreen damage but not obstruting view of the road

Pass 31 Aug 2011 229,625 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2011 229,625 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jul 2011 226,538 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 226,538 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 198,563 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 198,653 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jul 2009 175,289 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 175,276 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 145,437 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2008 145,107 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2007 115,697 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2006 80,948 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 61,503 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 406?

Based on 2,150,418 MOT tests across 237,401 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,570
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
237,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164,607
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96,011
position lamp(s) not working 72,635
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,239
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 65,126
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RX52 FGO is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 103,810 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 406 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164,607 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RX52 FGO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 406 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of RX52 FGO?

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What year was RX52 FGO registered?

RX52 FGO is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 January 2003.

Is RX52 FGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 FGO shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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