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CW53 JOU

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jul 2016
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

151,320 mi
Last recorded151,320 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2015 151,320 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 138,227 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 132,987 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 128,049 miles

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

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

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

Fail 3 Jul 2013 127,925 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 122,103 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 116,526 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2012 116,516 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2012 110,577 miles

Oil leak

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 3 Jan 2012 110,530 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

The brake pedal rubber is slight worn

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Jul 2011 104,384 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 99,548 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 93,066 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 93,066 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 81,074 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 75,000 miles

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

Pass 5 Jan 2008 60,308 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 41,771 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 JOU is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 CW53 JOU, 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

How do I check the history of CW53 JOU?

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What year was CW53 JOU registered?

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

Is CW53 JOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CW53 JOU shows 18 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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