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HN53 FYA

2003 Peugeot 406

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

227,981 mi
Last recorded227,981 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2012
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHN53 FYA
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2012 227,981 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 209,792 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both headlamp images no kick up

both rear brake discs deteriorated (attention required)

nearside front tyre sidewall scuffed

offside numberplate lamp slightly impaired

offside rear tyre on legal limit(advise replacement)

slight play in steering column

slight play,nearside rear hub

Pass 5 May 2010 197,275 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 166,087 miles

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED , FRONT SUB FRAME BENT , ALL ADVISES ASSESSED TO BE OK AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 1 Jun 2009 166,087 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

REAR EXHAUST CORRODED , FRONT SUB FRAME BENT , ALL ADVISES ASSESSED TO BE OK AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 21 May 2008 128,503 miles
Fail 19 May 2008 128,416 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2007 88,496 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 78,382 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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HN53 FYA is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HN53 FYA, 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 HN53 FYA registered?

HN53 FYA is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is HN53 FYA safe to buy?

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