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FY51 BXC

2001 Peugeot 607

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

132,841 mi
Last recorded132,841 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Peugeot 60795,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 BXC
MakePeugeot
Model607
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2013 132,841 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

slight play in o/s/f inner track rod

Fail 16 Apr 2013 132,841 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both front tyres worn on outer edges

slight play in o/s/f inner track rod

Pass 30 Apr 2012 124,084 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

offside front inner cv boot damp but no split found

Fail 26 Apr 2012 124,084 miles

Fuel tank insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

offside front inner cv boot damp but no split found

slight play in drivers seat runner

Pass 26 Apr 2011 115,203 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 115,203 miles

Offside Front Additional braking device insecure (3.6.I.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2010 105,494 miles

slight play in n/s track rod

Pass 1 May 2009 95,369 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 95,369 miles

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

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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FY51 BXC is a 2001 Peugeot 607 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 FY51 BXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FY51 BXC?

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What year was FY51 BXC registered?

FY51 BXC is a 2001 Peugeot 607, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is FY51 BXC safe to buy?

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