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DF53 HMU

2003 Peugeot 206

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,784 mi
Last recorded78,784 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 20662,409 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 HMU
MakePeugeot
Model206
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2019 78,784 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jan 2018 70,807 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2017 67,309 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 58,593 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 48,767 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 9 Jan 2015 48,767 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jan 2014 42,872 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jan 2014 42,860 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 39,176 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 37,935 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 7 Dec 2010 33,771 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2009 28,876 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 23,931 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 19,153 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2007 19,153 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 13,276 miles

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

How Reliable is the Peugeot 206?

Based on 9,831,622 MOT tests across 644,158 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
5,510
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
644,158
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 446,851
Registration plate lamp not working 342,991
position lamp(s) not working 334,912
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 262,537
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 219,688
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DF53 HMU is a 2003 Peugeot 206 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2003 Peugeot 206 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.8% with a typical mileage of 62,409 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Peugeot 206 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 446,851 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF53 HMU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Peugeot 206 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Peugeot 206 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DF53 HMU?

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What year was DF53 HMU registered?

DF53 HMU is a 2003 Peugeot 206, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is DF53 HMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 HMU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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