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CW53 HCF

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

199,789 mi
Last recorded199,789 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2014
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCW53 HCF
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2014 199,789 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2014 199,789 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 195,791 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2013 195,791 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2012 165,132 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2012 165,132 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 141,841 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 114,491 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 82,472 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 54,194 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)

Pass 27 Nov 2006 32,510 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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CW53 HCF is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 CW53 HCF, 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 CW53 HCF registered?

CW53 HCF is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is CW53 HCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW53 HCF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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