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R276 ETU

1997 Peugeot 406

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1997 Peugeot 406122,232 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR276 ETU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2006
Pass 14 Nov 2005 50,285 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 50,285 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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R276 ETU is a 1997 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 122,232 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 R276 ETU, 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 29 years old, this Peugeot 406 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of R276 ETU?

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What year was R276 ETU registered?

R276 ETU is a 1997 Peugeot 406, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R276 ETU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R276 ETU shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R276 ETU have outstanding finance?

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