CarVerify

Free Car Check

GF53 YTO

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

124,407 mi
Last recorded124,407 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Peugeot
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF53 YTO
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 124,407 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 120,411 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 120,402 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

horn switch intermitant

Pass 26 Jan 2015 119,095 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2015 119,094 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2014 117,491 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

n/s/r tyre outer edge wear

Pass 21 Feb 2013 116,291 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 111,614 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 May 2012 111,614 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 8 Jun 2011 106,044 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 106,044 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 98,515 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 98,515 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 91,238 miles

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

Pass 6 Jun 2008 82,900 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2007 76,651 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2007 76,651 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

discs all round rusty

o/s/r brake sticking slightly

Pass 20 Oct 2006 70,179 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2006 70,159 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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
Full Peugeot 406 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

GF53 YTO is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YTO, 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

How do I check the history of GF53 YTO?

You can check the full history of GF53 YTO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GF53 YTO registered?

GF53 YTO is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 13 November 2003.

Is GF53 YTO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF53 YTO shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF53 YTO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on GF53 YTO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.