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EK53 YGT

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

133,456 mi
Last recorded133,456 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK53 YGT
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2017 133,456 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 127,140 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on outer edge on legal limit

o/s number plate light cover missing

o/s/r tyre worn on outer edge

slight movement in o/s/r suspension arm outer joint

Pass 29 Sep 2015 120,783 miles

oil leak

Pass 25 Sep 2014 114,822 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 106,266 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2012 96,975 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

battery insecure

Pass 12 Oct 2011 89,126 miles

both rear brake discs corroded

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 20 Sep 2010 81,449 miles

Battery insecure

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 23 Sep 2009 74,354 miles

rear number plate becoming discoloured

slight damage to both front tyre outer sidewalls and o/s/f outer wheel rim

Pass 13 Sep 2008 68,290 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2008 68,290 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 63,487 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 15 Sep 2006 48,493 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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EK53 YGT is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 EK53 YGT, 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 EK53 YGT registered?

EK53 YGT is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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