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VE52 XXB

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

128,717 mi
Last recorded128,717 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE52 XXB
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2020 128,717 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 124,752 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 120,625 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2017 117,268 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 113,035 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear brake disc`s corroded.

Pass 16 Mar 2015 107,838 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 103,403 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 99,265 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 94,697 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 89,904 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 85,191 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 85,191 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 79,456 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 75,414 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2008 75,296 miles

Brake servo damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 70,705 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 63,155 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 63,155 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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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VE52 XXB is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VE52 XXB, 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 VE52 XXB registered?

VE52 XXB is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is VE52 XXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE52 XXB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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