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GF53 OLM

2003 Peugeot 406

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

152,370 mi
Last recorded152,370 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 152,370 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2017 152,228 miles

Indicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 149,417 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2016 149,415 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 148,642 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 147,412 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2014 147,342 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 145,001 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 143,133 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Sep 2011 141,870 miles

Offside Rear Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

parking brake just met required efficiency

Fail 5 Sep 2011 141,859 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate letter/figure missing (6.3.1c)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Lower Stub axle has excessive vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Offside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Stub axle has slight vertical movement between stub axle and axle beam (2.5.A.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 131,986 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2009 131,318 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 116,551 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 98,229 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2007 56,020 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 134,877 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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GF53 OLM is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 GF53 OLM, 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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GF53 OLM is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 10 October 2003.

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