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CU53 CWD

2003 Peugeot 406

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

122,603 mi
Last recorded122,603 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU53 CWD
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 9 Feb 2017 122,603 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Feb 2016 112,329 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 112,328 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Feb 2015 101,997 miles

nsr tyre wearing on inner edge

osf tyre wearing on outer edge

osr tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 13 Sep 2014 97,899 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 90,247 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 83,561 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2011 81,248 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2010 74,045 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 67,448 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Sep 2008 61,177 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 52,635 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 39,219 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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CU53 CWD is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 CU53 CWD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU53 CWD registered?

CU53 CWD is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 22 September 2003.

Is CU53 CWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 CWD shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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