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VA52 EDO

2003 Peugeot 406

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

148,908 mi
Last recorded148,908 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 EDO
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2014 148,908 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 141,344 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 132,609 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 120,660 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 28 Jan 2010 109,673 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2009 96,170 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 28 Jan 2008 79,852 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear brake discs just starting to corrode on inner & outer faces

Pass 28 Jan 2008 79,852 miles

rear brake discs just starting to corrode on inner & outer faces

Pass 12 Feb 2007 66,789 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2006 52,860 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2006 52,775 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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VA52 EDO is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 VA52 EDO, 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 VA52 EDO registered?

VA52 EDO is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 14 February 2003.

Is VA52 EDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA52 EDO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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