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Peugeot 406

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 1,997 cc

S738 FDUMOT history

S738 FDU is a silver diesel Peugeot 406 first used on 15 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 221,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
221,404 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,527 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S738 FDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Peugeot
Model
406
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S738 FDU was last recorded at 221,404 miles on 9 Jan 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,404 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,527 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 221,404 miles
  • 2022 – 214,879 miles
  • 2021 – 209,072 miles
  • 2020 – 203,993 miles
  • 2019 – 194,095 miles
  • 2018 – 183,296 miles
  • 2017 – 170,587 miles
  • 2016 – 159,702 miles
  • 2015 – 147,113 miles
  • 2014 – 135,966 miles
  • 2013 – 124,824 miles
  • 2012 – 115,159 miles
  • 2011 – 107,437 miles
  • 2010 – 100,262 miles
  • 2009 – 93,525 miles
  • 2008 – 87,671 miles
  • 2007 – 82,180 miles
  • 2006 – 76,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,404 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fuel tank strap slight corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight oil leak engine area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,404 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    221,404 miles
    Test number
    326068883394
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail221,404 miles (+6,525)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,404 miles
    Test number
    521103589444
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass214,879 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    214,879 miles
    Test number
    984403109620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail214,876 miles (+5,804)1 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,876 miles
    Test number
    747738759917
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass209,072 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    209,072 miles
    Test number
    679969945789
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail209,072 miles (+5,079)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,072 miles
    Test number
    359124099662
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass203,993 miles (+214)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    203,993 miles
    Test number
    394323322063
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail203,779 miles (+9,684)1 dangerous4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,779 miles
    Test number
    809536384257
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass194,095 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    194,095 miles
    Test number
    447881844486
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine area

  10. Fail194,095 miles (+10,799)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,095 miles
    Test number
    999989527531
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank strap slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak engine area

  11. Pass183,296 miles (+12,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    183,296 miles
    Test number
    786894122759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass170,587 miles (+10,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    170,587 miles
    Test number
    323601829053
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear tyres worn on edges

  13. Pass159,702 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    159,702 miles
    Test number
    256558190768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail159,702 miles (+12,589)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,702 miles
    Test number
    754430246836
    • Repaired at testExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

  15. Pass147,113 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    147,113 miles
    Test number
    146267605409
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Fail147,113 miles (+11,147)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,113 miles
    Test number
    767537305027
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Fail135,966 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,966 miles
    Test number
    109357904459
    • Repaired at testOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass135,966 miles (+11,142)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    135,966 miles
    Test number
    919447304081
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass124,824 miles (+9,665)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    124,824 miles
    Test number
    336558203043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass115,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    115,159 miles
    Test number
    418874902005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail115,159 miles (+7,722)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,159 miles
    Test number
    557204902000
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass107,437 miles (+7,175)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    107,437 miles
    Test number
    868966701083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass100,262 miles (+6,737)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    100,262 miles
    Test number
    611368210084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass93,525 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,525 miles
    Test number
    142262619494
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail93,525 miles (+5,854)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,525 miles
    Test number
    894872719049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass87,671 miles (+5,491)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    87,671 miles
    Test number
    111219308459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass82,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,180 miles
    Test number
    732305207065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,180 miles (+5,665)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,180 miles
    Test number
    181335007402
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass76,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    76,515 miles
    Test number
    583062016072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S738 FDU

Does S738 FDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S738 FDU expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S738 FDU?
The MOT on S738 FDU expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S738 FDU done?
S738 FDU was recorded at 221,404 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2023, an average of 8,527 miles a year.
Has S738 FDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S738 FDU has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S738 FDU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S738 FDU find?
S738 FDU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2023 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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