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VF55 YXR

2006 Peugeot 407

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,435 mi
Last recorded162,435 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Peugeot 40787,063 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF55 YXR
MakePeugeot
Model407
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc
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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 162,435 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2021 160,524 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 2 Feb 2021 160,524 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 205/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 158,752 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 31 Jan 2020 158,750 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2019 155,782 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 153,460 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Jan 2018 153,460 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 31 Jan 2017 151,662 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 151,662 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 149,382 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 145,244 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 140,312 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2014 140,254 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 133,670 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2013 133,670 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 113,836 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 87,872 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT + NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT WEAR

Fail 2 Feb 2011 87,796 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

OFFSIDE FRONT + NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHT WEAR

Pass 12 Feb 2010 83,630 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2009 74,521 miles

N/S REAR TYRE WORN DOWN TO 1:6MM ON OUTER EDGE.

O/S REAR TYRE WORN ON OUTER EDGE.

How Reliable is the Peugeot 407?

Based on 927,405 MOT tests across 68,662 vehicles.

70.4%
Pass Rate
7,957
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
68,662
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,621
suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint 28,992
Registration plate lamp not working 28,081
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 23,888
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20,900
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VF55 YXR is a 2006 Peugeot 407 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Peugeot 407 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 87,063 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 407 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,621 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VF55 YXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 407 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 20 years old, this Peugeot 407 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was VF55 YXR registered?

VF55 YXR is a 2006 Peugeot 407, first registered on 15 February 2006.

Is VF55 YXR safe to buy?

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