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CK53 VMH

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,151 mi
Last recorded162,151 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK53 VMH
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2012 162,151 miles

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

Fail 20 Feb 2012 162,151 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 22 Feb 2011 150,758 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Upper Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 136,813 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 127,071 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2008 127,014 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 118,598 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2007 118,598 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 102,465 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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CK53 VMH is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VMH, 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 VMH registered?

CK53 VMH is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 24 November 2003.

Is CK53 VMH safe to buy?

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