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V197 DCH

2000 Peugeot Boxer

White Diesel 2446cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

42,842 mi
Last recorded42,842 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2024
Typical for 2000 Peugeot Boxer55,626 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV197 DCH
MakePeugeot
ModelBoxer
Year2000
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,446cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2024 42,842 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 42,832 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 39,090 miles

under body corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2023 39,087 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

under body corroded

Pass 12 Oct 2022 33,500 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2022 33,490 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing (wheel arch side) corroded to excess at plastic arch liner area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing area engine bay side under battery (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing lower area at crossmember mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing corroded at wing top lip area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front radiator crossmember corroded holed not structural

Pass 15 Dec 2021 30,983 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 29,087 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2020 29,087 miles

Fuel hose so insecure there is a risk of fire (6.1.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 27,344 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 27,306 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 27,249 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2016 27,191 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 27,129 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 26,988 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2014 26,988 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 26,793 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 26,309 miles

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

all 4 tyres slightly cracked but not showing cords

Pass 11 Jul 2011 25,824 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2010 25,264 miles

powersteering metal pipes slightly corroded

rear brake ferrules slightly corroded on flexible pipes

rear shock absorber rubber bushes slightly perished

Pass 2 Jul 2009 24,021 miles

Nearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Jun 2008 22,411 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2007 20,374 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 18,018 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Boxer?

Based on 1,709,897 MOT tests across 147,582 vehicles.

74.8%
Pass Rate
3,291
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
147,582
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 25,662
Brake pipe excessively corroded 25,000
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 18,808
Registration plate lamp not working 18,740
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 16,718
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V197 DCH is a 2000 Peugeot Boxer in White with a 2,446cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Peugeot Boxer models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 55,626 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot Boxer fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 25,662 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V197 DCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Boxer typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 26 years old, this Peugeot Boxer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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V197 DCH is a 2000 Peugeot Boxer, first registered on 1 February 2000.

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