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GF53 FRD

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

83,615 mi
Last recorded83,615 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 FRD
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 83,615 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces poor condition (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Park brake just met requirements

Pass 2 Jul 2018 78,068 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Offside Rear parking brake lazy

Fail 27 Jun 2018 78,068 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front brake discs corroded

Offside Rear parking brake lazy

Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,531 miles

Offside Rear parking bake lazy

Pass 27 Jun 2016 59,378 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2015 46,855 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 46,855 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 44,942 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2014 44,942 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2013 39,278 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,172 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 29,172 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 27,493 miles

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

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

off side front brake binding slightly

Pass 14 Sep 2010 25,534 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 23,313 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 20,535 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2008 20,532 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 3 Sep 2007 17,244 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 13,811 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2006 13,708 miles

Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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GF53 FRD is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GF53 FRD, 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

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What year was GF53 FRD registered?

GF53 FRD is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is GF53 FRD safe to buy?

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