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Peugeot 406

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,761 cc

S87 VELMOT history

S87 VEL is a silver petrol Peugeot 406 first used on 29 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
117,790 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S87 VEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Peugeot
Model
406
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,761 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S87 VEL was last recorded at 117,790 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,790 miles · 29 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,790 miles
  • 2025 – 107,682 miles
  • 2024 – 98,096 miles
  • 2023 – 86,779 miles
  • 2022 – 76,313 miles
  • 2017 – 66,724 miles
  • 2016 – 64,997 miles
  • 2015 – 60,550 miles
  • 2014 – 55,820 miles
  • 2013 – 49,725 miles
  • 2012 – 44,652 miles
  • 2011 – 39,192 miles
  • 2010 – 32,057 miles
  • 2009 – 22,738 miles
  • 2008 – 14,774 miles
  • 2007 – 8,280 miles
  • 2006 – 7,573 miles
  • 2005 – 6,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,790 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,790 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    117,790 miles
    Test number
    263888169713
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail117,790 miles (+10,108)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,790 miles
    Test number
    836999526056
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass107,682 miles (+119)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    107,682 miles
    Test number
    326189074125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,563 miles (+9,467)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,563 miles
    Test number
    815420440950
    • MajorEngine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,096 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,096 miles
    Test number
    140008054440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail98,096 miles (+11,317)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,096 miles
    Test number
    799142846211
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass86,779 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    591005846365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail86,779 miles (+10,466)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,779 miles
    Test number
    437315608719
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass76,313 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    76,313 miles
    Test number
    697800035479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,313 miles (+9,589)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,313 miles
    Test number
    720276214496
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass66,724 miles (+1,727)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,724 miles
    Test number
    352390526256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,997 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    64,997 miles
    Test number
    778188134519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,550 miles (+4,730)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    60,550 miles
    Test number
    758343179643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,820 miles (+6,095)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,820 miles
    Test number
    909751894282
    • NoteExhaust rusting and weak inplaces . slight binding nsf brake

  15. Pass49,725 miles (+5,073)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,725 miles
    Test number
    918298573277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteCentre exhaust pipe rusting and slight leak

  16. Pass44,652 miles (+5,460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,652 miles
    Test number
    738663892266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass39,192 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    39,192 miles
    Test number
    528273081264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,191 miles (+7,134)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,191 miles
    Test number
    399451981274
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass32,057 miles (+9,319)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    32,057 miles
    Test number
    770522080227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside rear footbrake slightly low

  20. Pass22,738 miles (+7,964)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    22,738 miles
    Test number
    643449389291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass14,774 miles (+6,494)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    14,774 miles
    Test number
    371531698296
    • NoteOffside and nearside front wiper blades getting worn at edges

  22. Pass8,280 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    8,280 miles
    Test number
    611197397219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,573 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    7,573 miles
    Test number
    504751256245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass6,830 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    6,830 miles
    Test number
    241083175285
    • NoteFront and rear tyre sidewalls starting to perish
    • NoteWiper blades starting to split

Questions about S87 VEL

Does S87 VEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S87 VEL is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S87 VEL?
The MOT on S87 VEL is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S87 VEL done?
S87 VEL was recorded at 117,790 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 5,457 miles a year.
Has S87 VEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S87 VEL has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S87 VEL 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 S87 VEL find?
S87 VEL passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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