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BU53 UCA

2003 Peugeot Expert

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

142,602 mi
Last recorded142,602 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot Expert102,972 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU53 UCA
MakePeugeot
ModelExpert
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2012 142,602 miles

n/s/f tyre 1.6mm just legal

Pass 1 Aug 2011 251,921 miles

rear tyres o/s only just legal

Fail 22 Jul 2010 213,133 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

both rear tyres 2mm

damage to o/s/f sill

oil leak on engine

play in steering rack

Pass 22 Jul 2010 213,133 miles

both rear tyres 2mm

damage to o/s/f sill

oil leak on engine

play in steering rack

Pass 21 Jul 2009 176,054 miles

security if front headlamps

Fail 20 Jul 2009 175,986 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2008 146,091 miles

Condition of wiper blades

Wear in steering rack

Fail 23 May 2008 145,753 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Spare tyre defective

chassis front end repaired

Pass 23 May 2008 145,753 miles

Spare tyre defective

chassis front end repaired

Pass 16 Oct 2006 112,955 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 112,511 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Peugeot Expert?

Based on 1,258,593 MOT tests across 97,542 vehicles.

69.8%
Pass Rate
8,357
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
97,542
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,152
Registration plate lamp not working 30,261
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,506
position lamp(s) not working 26,818
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 17,768
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BU53 UCA is a 2003 Peugeot Expert in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot Expert models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 102,972 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 Expert fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,152 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BU53 UCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot Expert typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot Expert is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BU53 UCA registered?

BU53 UCA is a 2003 Peugeot Expert, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is BU53 UCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU53 UCA shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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