1997 Peugeot 406 MOT Results

Peugeot 406, registered in 1997

42.9% pass rate

from 11,820 tests between October 2010 and September 2011

(3.1% worse than other 1997 cars)

Pass rate by mileage

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Failure rates by item

Here you can drill down into the failure rates for each item on the test. We've also compared the rates to the average results for 1997 cars and highlighted areas where the Peugeot 406 is unusually good or bad.

32% fail on Lighting and signalling (13% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 10% fail on Registration plate (28% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 9.0% fail on Position lamps (34% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 8.4% fail on Front lamps (43% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.45% fail on Rear lamps (39% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.20% fail on All position lamps
  - 0.0085% fail on Switch
- 8.9% fail on Stop lamp (43% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 8.3% fail on Headlamp aim
- 5.1% fail on Headlamps
  - 5.1% fail on Headlamp (12% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.042% fail on Matched pair
  - 0.017% fail on Switch (84% better than other 1997 cars)
- 4.5% fail on Direction indicators (25% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 4.5% fail on Flashing type (25% worse than other 1997 cars)
    - 2.2% fail on Individual lamps (31% worse than other 1997 cars)
    - 1.6% fail on Direction indicators (35% worse than other 1997 cars)
    - 0.52% fail on Side repeaters (31% better than other 1997 cars)
    - 0.20% fail on Switch (2 times worse than other 1997 cars)
    - 0.017% fail on Tell tales
  - 0.017% fail on Semaphore (7 times worse than other 1997 cars)
    - 0.017% fail on Switch (10 times worse than other 1997 cars)
- 1.5% fail on Fog lamp (19% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 1.4% fail on Fog lamp (20% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.21% fail on Tell tale
  - 0.025% fail on Switch
- 0.13% fail on Horn (85% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.076% fail on Hazard warning (76% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.051% fail on Switch (72% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.017% fail on Lamp (81% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Tell tale
- 0.034% fail on Rear reflectors
26% fail on Brakes (15% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 17% fail on Brake performance (42% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 12% fail on Parking brake performance (79% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 8.2% fail on Rear wheels (33% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 3.7% fail on Service brake performance (71% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 2.7% fail on Front wheels
  - 0.051% fail on Brake operation
- 9.1% fail on Hydraulic systems
  - 8.8% fail on Components
    - 4.2% fail on Pipes (25% better than other 1997 cars)
    - 3.6% fail on Valves (2 times worse than other 1997 cars)
    - 1.9% fail on Hoses (34% better than other 1997 cars)
    - 0.11% fail on Reservoirs
    - 0.0085% fail on Servos
  - 0.29% fail on Leaks
  - 0.10% fail on Operation
- 3.0% fail on Hub components
  - 2.2% fail on Brake pads
  - 0.74% fail on Brake discs
  - 0.076% fail on Brake calipers
  - 0.068% fail on Wheel cylinder
  - 0.051% fail on Brake back plates (2 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.017% fail on Brake linings
- 2.3% fail on Parking brake
  - 2.3% fail on Condition
- 0.56% fail on Mechanical components
  - 0.50% fail on Cable
  - 0.034% fail on Lever
  - 0.0085% fail on Linkage
  - 0.0085% fail on Clevis joint
  - 0.0085% fail on Pivot
- 0.35% fail on ABS (65% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.27% fail on Service brake control components
  - 0.27% fail on Pedal
    - 0.25% fail on Condition
    - 0.017% fail on Anti-slip (89% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.21% fail on Restricted movement
- 0.034% fail on Additional braking devices
23% fail on Suspension (7.8% better than other 1997 cars)
- 7.0% fail on Anti-roll bars (110% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 5.9% fail on Linkage (140% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 1.1% fail on Pins / bushes (49% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.042% fail on Attachment (83% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Condition
- 6.1% fail on Suspension arms (19% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 6.0% fail on Pins / bushes (22% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.085% fail on Attachment
  - 0.034% fail on Condition (76% better than other 1997 cars)
- 5.3% fail on Tie bars / rods (20 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 5.2% fail on Pins / bushes (23 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.051% fail on Condition
  - 0.034% fail on Attachment
- 3.2% fail on Prescribed areas (48% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 2.9% fail on Component mounting (41% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.32% fail on Subframe mounting (72% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.025% fail on Spring mounting (94% better than other 1997 cars)
- 2.4% fail on Drive shafts (58% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 2.4% fail on Front drive shafts (58% better than other 1997 cars)
    - 2.4% fail on Constant velocity joints (58% better than other 1997 cars)
    - 0.0085% fail on Couplings
- 1.7% fail on Coil springs (51% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 1.5% fail on Condition (53% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.17% fail on Location
- 1.2% fail on Wheel bearings (56% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.65% fail on Rear (64% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.56% fail on Front (36% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.87% fail on Front suspension joints (51% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.67% fail on Trailing arms
  - 0.63% fail on Pins / bushes
  - 0.025% fail on Condition
  - 0.017% fail on Attachment
- 0.43% fail on Radius arms (58% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.42% fail on Pins / bushes (63% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Condition
- 0.32% fail on Shock absorbers (86% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.31% fail on Condition (86% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Fitment
- 0.22% fail on Macpherson strut (62% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.22% fail on Condition (62% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.11% fail on Torque / reaction arms (3 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Pins / bushes (4 times worse than other 1997 cars)
- 0.059% fail on Axles
  - 0.042% fail on Stub axle (5 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Axle beam
  - 0.0085% fail on Swivel joints / housing
- 0.051% fail on Panhard rods
  - 0.051% fail on Pins / bushes (2 times worse than other 1997 cars)
- 0.034% fail on Bonded suspension (69% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.034% fail on Condition
- 0.017% fail on Sub-frames (95% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Condition
  - 0.0085% fail on Pins / bushes
- 0.0085% fail on General condition
- 0.0085% fail on Fluid suspension
  - 0.0085% fail on Suspension unit
- 0.0085% fail on Torsion bars
  - 0.0085% fail on Attachment
16% fail on Fuel and exhaust (17% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 9.9% fail on Exhaust system (37% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 4.2% fail on Spark ignition (38% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 4.2% fail on Catalyst (38% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.017% fail on Non catalyst
- 2.9% fail on Compression ignition (3 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 2.7% fail on Turbo (4 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.17% fail on Non turbo
- 1.3% fail on Fuel system
  - 0.71% fail on System (38% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.54% fail on Cap
  - 0.051% fail on Hose
  - 0.051% fail on Pipe (64% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.017% fail on Tank (84% better than other 1997 cars)
14% fail on Tyres (24% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 11% fail on Tread depth (36% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 3.7% fail on Condition
- 0.49% fail on Size / type
- 0.25% fail on Valve stem (3 times worse than other 1997 cars)
12% fail on Driver's view of the road
- 6.7% fail on Wipers
- 4.6% fail on Washers (11% better than other 1997 cars)
- 1.3% fail on Windscreen
- 0.67% fail on Mirrors
- 0.059% fail on Bonnet
6.5% fail on Steering (25% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 5.4% fail on Steering system (23% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 3.2% fail on Track rod end (19% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 1.9% fail on Steering rack (91% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.20% fail on Ball joint (49% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.13% fail on Free play
    - 0.13% fail on Steering rack
  - 0.10% fail on Steering arm
  - 0.051% fail on Drag link end (64% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Intermediate drop arm
- 0.92% fail on Power steering (61% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.46% fail on Pipes and hoses (100% worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.20% fail on Other components
  - 0.093% fail on Rams (2 times worse than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.085% fail on Operation
  - 0.068% fail on Pump
  - 0.051% fail on Drive system
- 0.21% fail on Steering operation (120% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 0.093% fail on Steering control
  - 0.051% fail on Steering column
  - 0.025% fail on Steering wheel
  - 0.017% fail on Steering coupling
    - 0.0085% fail on Flexible coupling
    - 0.0085% fail on Universal joint
- 0.017% fail on Locking devices (79% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.0085% fail on Prescribed areas
6.2% fail on Seat belts
- 4.2% fail on Prescribed areas (19% better than other 1997 cars)
- 1.5% fail on Condition (130% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 0.41% fail on Requirements (160% worse than other 1997 cars)
- 0.22% fail on Attachment (140% worse than other 1997 cars)
2.3% fail on Body and structure (49% better than other 1997 cars)
- 1.3% fail on Body condition (42% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.63% fail on Vehicle structure (55% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.63% fail on Chassis (55% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.17% fail on Doors (74% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Drivers (61% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.059% fail on Passengers front (82% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.0085% fail on Passengers other
- 0.11% fail on Seats (58% better than other 1997 cars)
  - 0.11% fail on Drivers (58% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.10% fail on Body security
- 0.059% fail on Load security
  - 0.034% fail on Bootlid
  - 0.025% fail on Tailgate
2.1% fail on Registration plates and VIN
- 2.1% fail on Registration plate
0.25% fail on Road wheels (57% better than other 1997 cars)
- 0.18% fail on Attachment
- 0.076% fail on Condition (74% better than other 1997 cars)
0.068% fail on Towbars
- 0.059% fail on Towbar
- 0.017% fail on Vehicle structure (85% better than other 1997 cars)

Read the Honest John Review

Peugeot 406 Coupe 1997
Utterly beautiful looking car with faultless lines. Better to drive than a 406.
Peugeot 406 1996
Diesels are strong and economical. All have a pliant ride and accomplished handling. Estates are practical and some have seven seats.

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