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HV53 FVW

2003 Peugeot 406

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,142 mi
Last recorded78,142 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Peugeot 406103,810 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV53 FVW
MakePeugeot
Model406
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Feb 2015 78,142 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight movement in rerar suspension cross links bushes

slight rust ingress on edge of front discs

Pass 13 Aug 2013 62,631 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front tyres starting to wear on inner and outer edges

n/s/r seatbelt starting to fray

Pass 17 Aug 2012 55,975 miles

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

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 48,245 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 46,051 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 40,253 miles

Oil leak

Pass 21 Aug 2007 33,821 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 26,688 miles

small cuts in n/s/f tyre sidewall

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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HV53 FVW is a 2003 Peugeot 406 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HV53 FVW, 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 HV53 FVW registered?

HV53 FVW is a 2003 Peugeot 406, first registered on 2 September 2003.

Is HV53 FVW safe to buy?

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