1997 Peugeot 406 Lx MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 406 Lx models manufactured in 1997, based on 490 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 1997 Peugeot 406 Lx vintage page → (33.4% current pass rate)1997 Peugeot 406 Lx MOT Analysis
The 1997 Peugeot 406 Lx has an MOT pass rate of 34.5% based on 490 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 133,623 miles on the odometer. With a 65.5% failure rate, the 1997 406 Lx is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 1997 Peugeot 406 Lx is Steering, responsible for 0.4% of failures. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs range from £150–600.
Top failures specific to 1997 models only. The overall 406 Lx page may show different rankings.
What Fails Most
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Steering | 0.4% | 2 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 133,623 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steering | 0.03 | 0.4% | 2 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 1997 Peugeot 406 Lx has an MOT pass rate of 34.5% based on 490 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 133,623 miles on the odometer. With a 65.5% failure rate, the 1997 406 Lx is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 1997 Peugeot 406 Lx, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to steering: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels. With an average mileage of 133,623 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Steering — 0.4% of failures
Steering issues account for 0.4% of MOT failures on 1997 Peugeot 406 Lx models. Steering failures include excessive play in the steering wheel, leaking power steering fluid, worn track rod ends, and damaged steering rack. These affect vehicle control and are closely related to suspension wear. Typical repair costs: £150–600. Pre-MOT check: Check for excessive steering wheel play (more than a few inches of free movement). Listen for whining from the power steering pump. Look for fluid leaks under the car near the front wheels.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.