2000 Peugeot 406 Lx MOT Pass Rate
Pass rate for 406 Lx models manufactured in 2000, based on 196 real MOT test results.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
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View 2000 Peugeot 406 Lx vintage page → (40.2% current pass rate)2000 Peugeot 406 Lx MOT Analysis
The 2000 Peugeot 406 Lx has an MOT pass rate of 41.8% based on 196 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 119,552 miles on the odometer. With a 58.2% failure rate, the 2000 406 Lx is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2000 Peugeot 406 Lx is Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment, responsible for 0.5% of failures. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs range from £5–50.
Top failures specific to 2000 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 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 0.5% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 119,552 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 0.04 | 0.5% | 1 |
Mileage Statistics
Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.
About This Data
The 2000 Peugeot 406 Lx has an MOT pass rate of 41.8% based on 196 tests — significantly below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 119,552 miles on the odometer. With a 58.2% failure rate, the 2000 406 Lx is rated as "Very Poor" for MOT reliability.
If you own or are considering buying a 2000 Peugeot 406 Lx, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test. With an average mileage of 119,552 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 0.5% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2000 Peugeot 406 Lx models. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.