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AF53 ZRV

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

87,771 mi
Last recorded87,771 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF53 ZRV
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2018 87,771 miles

tape on o/s rear lens

Fail 17 Sep 2018 87,771 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

tape on o/s rear lens

Pass 15 Sep 2017 84,728 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight blow on center exhaust section

tape on n/s rear light

Fail 15 Sep 2017 84,728 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight blow on center exhaust section

tape on n/s rear light

Pass 13 Sep 2016 80,665 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2015 77,300 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2015 77,300 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator obscured more than 50% (1.4.A.2d)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 72,426 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2014 72,426 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Sep 2013 66,999 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2013 66,999 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 61,718 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 57,481 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 52,188 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 47,428 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 40,024 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2008 40,024 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2007 31,189 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 25,446 miles

How Reliable is the Peugeot 406?

Based on 2,150,418 MOT tests across 237,401 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
7,570
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
237,401
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 164,607
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 96,011
position lamp(s) not working 72,635
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,239
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 65,126
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AF53 ZRV is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 103,810 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Peugeot 406 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 164,607 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AF53 ZRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 406 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF53 ZRV registered?

AF53 ZRV is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AF53 ZRV safe to buy?

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