2001 Peugeot 406 2.9L Petrol · X214 FGN
2001 Peugeot 406 (2.9L, petrol). First registered 01 Jan 2001. Recorded mileage 104,497 miles. MOT expired on 15 Oct 2016. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- PEUGEOT 406
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Oct 2016
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 104,497 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X214 FGN Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/10/2015
- 104,497 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X214 FGN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Peugeot 406 (X214 FGN) between January 2006 and October 2015.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 16 October 2015 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)”; “Nearside Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated and cannot function as intended top tie bar (2.4.F.3)”; “Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”.
X214 FGN Mileage History
- 10/01/200655,178 mi
- 12/12/200663,199 mi+8,021 mi
- 10/12/200771,948 mi+8,749 mi
- 10/12/200771,948 mi
- 17/11/200879,610 mi+7,662 mi
- 18/11/200879,610 mi
- 10/08/200985,738 mi+6,128 mi
- 07/08/201094,191 mi+8,453 mi
- 12/08/201198,544 mi+4,353 mi
- 04/08/201299,470 mi+926 mi
- 27/08/201399,489 mi+19 mi
- 27/08/201399,490 mi+1 mi
- 20/08/201499,494 mi+4 mi
- 14/10/2015104,497 mi+5,003 mi
- 16/10/2015104,497 mi
Average of roughly 5,051 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Peugeot Peugeot 406
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: PEUGEOT 406
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- HDi Dual Mass Flywheel and Clutch Wear(Serious)
The 2.0 HDi 110 and 2.2 HDi models utilize a dual mass flywheel (DMF) to dampen diesel crankshaft torsional vibrations. Over higher mileages, the internal springs and friction damper mechanisms within the flywheel fatigue and break down. This results in heavy driveline shudder, metallic chattering at idle, clutch slip in higher gears under torque, and in severe cases, catastrophic flywheel separation that punches through the gearbox bellhousing.
- Rear Multi-Link Suspension Passive Steer Bush Wear(Moderate)
The 406 features an advanced multi-link rear suspension design with trailing arms, transverse links, and passive rear-steering tie rods. After years on potholed UK roads, the rubber bonded bushes on the rear transverse track control arms and passive steer links perish and develop significant play. This causes vague rear-end handling, wandering or twitchiness on motorways, severe scrubbing of the rear tyres, and recurring MOT failures.
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- HDi Dual Mass Flywheel and Clutch WearSerious
The 2.0 HDi 110 and 2.2 HDi models utilize a dual mass flywheel (DMF) to dampen diesel crankshaft torsional vibrations. Over higher mileages, the internal springs and friction damper mechanisms within the flywheel fatigue and break down. This results in heavy driveline shudder, metallic chattering at idle, clutch slip in higher gears under torque, and in severe cases, catastrophic flywheel separation that punches through the gearbox bellhousing.
- Rear Multi-Link Suspension Passive Steer Bush WearModerate
The 406 features an advanced multi-link rear suspension design with trailing arms, transverse links, and passive rear-steering tie rods. After years on potholed UK roads, the rubber bonded bushes on the rear transverse track control arms and passive steer links perish and develop significant play. This causes vague rear-end handling, wandering or twitchiness on motorways, severe scrubbing of the rear tyres, and recurring MOT failures.
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