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CK53 VLZ

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

163,156 mi
Last recorded163,156 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 VLZ
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2012 163,156 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 146,152 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Dec 2011 146,149 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 129,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 112,439 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2009 112,439 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2008 92,110 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Nov 2007 76,182 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 57,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 VLZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VLZ, 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 CK53 VLZ registered?

CK53 VLZ is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 20 November 2003.

Is CK53 VLZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK53 VLZ shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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