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CU53 CWN

2003 Peugeot 406

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

159,320 mi
Last recorded159,320 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2017 159,320 miles

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

Unertray fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2016 153,165 miles

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

Reverse lights not working

Fail 8 Aug 2015 142,937 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 142,937 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 133,987 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 122,811 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2012 111,815 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 101,213 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 90,469 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 77,931 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 65,152 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 65,146 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

slight movement in front nearside roll bar link

Pass 5 Sep 2007 53,287 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 38,935 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 CWN is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 CWN, 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 CU53 CWN registered?

CU53 CWN is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is CU53 CWN safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU53 CWN shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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