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FN51 BZV

2001 Peugeot 607

Silver Petrol 2230cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

147,548 mi
Last recorded147,548 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2017
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 60795,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN51 BZV
MakePeugeot
Model607
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,230cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2017 147,548 miles

Oil leak ()

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 17 Jan 2017 147,548 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 4 Jan 2016 139,595 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2015 132,290 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 28 Dec 2013 124,228 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2013 124,228 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Dec 2012 119,381 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 119,364 miles

Fuel pipe insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

both rear coil springs corroding

child seats fitted to rear

Pass 12 Dec 2011 111,542 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to fully check underside due to plastic covers fitted

Fail 12 Dec 2011 111,542 miles

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

unable to fully check underside due to plastic covers fitted

Pass 4 Jan 2011 106,876 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 99,659 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 7 Jan 2009 94,041 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 86,245 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2007 85,843 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 22 Dec 2006 77,323 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2006 77,145 miles

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

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2005 64,144 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 607?

Based on 78,372 MOT tests across 7,376 vehicles.

72.1%
Pass Rate
8,237
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
7,376
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,373
Registration plate lamp not working 2,231
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,835
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,670
Headlamp aim too low 1,494
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FN51 BZV is a 2001 Peugeot 607 in Silver with a 2,230cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Peugeot 607 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 95,370 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 607 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 4,373 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FN51 BZV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 607 typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this Peugeot 607 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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FN51 BZV is a 2001 Peugeot 607, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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