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YP52 VSJ

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2012
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

102,654 mi
Last recorded102,654 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2011
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP52 VSJ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2011 102,654 miles

Front subframe bushes deteriorated

Nearside front tyre worn

Nearside rear tyre worn

Slight oil leak from steering rack

Fail 22 Jun 2011 102,654 miles

Front subframe bushes deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside front tyre worn

Nearside rear tyre worn

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Slight oil leak from steering rack

Pass 16 Jun 2010 91,258 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 86,583 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2008 74,681 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 59,391 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Fail 22 Aug 2007 59,391 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 12 Dec 2006 48,653 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,653 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Mar 2006 42,766 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 42,766 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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YP52 VSJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YP52 VSJ, 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 YP52 VSJ registered?

YP52 VSJ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 27 January 2003.

Is YP52 VSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP52 VSJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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