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CK53 BPU

2003 Peugeot 406

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

158,681 mi
Last recorded158,681 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 BPU
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 158,681 miles

Nearside outter sill damaged

Fail 4 Sep 2019 158,675 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside outter sill damaged

Pass 30 Aug 2018 154,973 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 30 Aug 2018 154,973 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2017 154,504 miles

Nearside sill damaged

Pass 25 Aug 2016 154,234 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage sill area (6.1.A.1)

foot brake slightly slow to release.

Pass 1 Sep 2015 153,852 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 153,848 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Sep 2014 153,327 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2014

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 148,721 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 142,447 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 136,105 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2010 129,937 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 129,924 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Aug 2009 122,855 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2009 122,795 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 116,828 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 111,688 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2006 101,489 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 101,489 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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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CK53 BPU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 CK53 BPU, 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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CK53 BPU is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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