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FX53 AXA

2003 Peugeot 406

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

243,948 mi
Last recorded243,948 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 AXA
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2015 243,948 miles

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

Fail 6 Jul 2015 243,948 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Jun 2014 230,095 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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 Jun 2013 217,219 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 198,884 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

air bag light on

Fail 6 Jun 2012 198,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

air bag light on

Pass 16 Jun 2011 178,573 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 156,133 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2009 130,189 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 101,055 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 99,915 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Sep 2007 91,225 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 71,124 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 71,124 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FX53 AXA is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FX53 AXA, 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 FX53 AXA registered?

FX53 AXA is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is FX53 AXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 AXA shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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