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RX52 FGP

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

154,106 mi
Last recorded154,106 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2016 154,106 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 145,819 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 142,653 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

centre rear seatbelt not fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2013 139,677 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 130,539 miles

surface corrosion on rear discs

Pass 15 Aug 2011 122,871 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 113,820 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 106,715 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 95,976 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 86,628 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2006 77,197 miles

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Very slight play n/s front antiroll bar droplink

Pass 5 Sep 2006 77,197 miles

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

Very slight play n/s front antiroll bar droplink

Pass 2 Feb 2006 70,352 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 FGP is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FGP, 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

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What year was RX52 FGP registered?

RX52 FGP is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 14 January 2003.

Is RX52 FGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX52 FGP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RX52 FGP have outstanding finance?

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