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HV56 VCJ

2006 Peugeot Autocruise

White Diesel 2230cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

42,313 mi
Last recorded42,313 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Peugeot Autocruise23,470 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV56 VCJ
MakePeugeot
ModelAutocruise
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,230cc
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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 42,313 miles

fully undersealed including brake pipe

Fail 8 May 2026 42,310 miles

Nearside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

fully undersealed including brake pipe

Pass 17 Apr 2025 40,338 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 May 2024 38,912 miles

both steps are corroded

Fail 9 May 2024 38,909 miles

Offside Front Upper Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both steps are corroded

Pass 10 Jul 2023 37,284 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both front doorsteps at back corroded just outside the prescribed area

Pass 6 Sep 2022 36,521 miles

Nearside Front Step corroded

Offside Front Step corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2021 33,724 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2021 33,724 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 31,979 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 31,979 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 29,988 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

radiator cross mem ber corroded

Pass 22 Aug 2018 28,098 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 26,888 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 26,220 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 24,061 miles
Fail 6 May 2016 24,060 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 11 May 2015 22,660 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 20,367 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 May 2013 18,298 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 17,724 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 14,702 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 12,975 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot Autocruise?

Based on 3,097 MOT tests across 209 vehicles.

83.6%
Pass Rate
1,929
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
209
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

brake binding 23
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16
Brake pipe excessively corroded 16
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14
Stop lamp not working 13
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HV56 VCJ is a 2006 Peugeot Autocruise in White with a 2,230cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2006 Peugeot Autocruise models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 23,470 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 Autocruise fails its MOT is brake binding, accounting for 23 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HV56 VCJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Autocruise typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 20 years old, this Peugeot Autocruise is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HV56 VCJ registered?

HV56 VCJ is a 2006 Peugeot Autocruise, first registered on 10 October 2006.

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