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BW53 DNE

2004 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

165,268 mi
Last recorded165,268 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2018
Typical for 2004 Peugeot 406103,000 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW53 DNE
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2018 165,268 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2018 165,217 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014
Fail 4 Feb 2014 137,082 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Fail 28 Jan 2013 130,079 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 130,079 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 123,227 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 123,225 miles

Centre Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 20 Jan 2011 112,914 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 101,190 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 101,190 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 86,432 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 70,956 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 49,530 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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BW53 DNE is a 2004 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Peugeot 406 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 103,000 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 BW53 DNE, 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 22 years old, this Peugeot 406 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BW53 DNE registered?

BW53 DNE is a 2004 Peugeot 406, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is BW53 DNE safe to buy?

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