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DE53 YTK

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

64,822 mi
Last recorded64,822 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE53 YTK
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 64,822 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2025 64,784 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jul 2023 64,598 miles

reverse lights not working

Fail 18 Jul 2023 64,588 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

reverse lights not working

Pass 29 Nov 2022 64,525 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 64,518 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 6 Dec 2021 64,391 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2021 64,389 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Coolant leak ()

Pass 25 Nov 2020 64,164 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2019 63,907 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2019 63,896 miles

Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 63,256 miles

brake wear warning illuminating sometimes

Pass 21 Nov 2017 62,194 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2017 62,194 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 60,879 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 59,703 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 58,121 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,039 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2012 54,232 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2011 51,266 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light illuminated

Fail 1 Nov 2011 51,266 miles

Offside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

engine management light illuminated

Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,466 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Oct 2009 42,341 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 37,751 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear service brake efficiency is low and has only just met the required level it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 17 Oct 2008 37,751 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 18 Oct 2007 32,296 miles

n/s/f mud flap missing,3 door sill trim clips broken recomend remove and clean rear brake pads

Pass 26 Sep 2006 26,554 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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DE53 YTK is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 DE53 YTK, 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 DE53 YTK registered?

DE53 YTK is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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